14.11 Healthcare Industry

Mobile data services will also be of value in the healthcare industry. Some of the applications that can be considered as being enabled by 3G wireless networks are:

• The ability to monitor patients remotely. Patients can go about their lifestyles while using wireless data transmitters, and the data is then monitored by hospitals and doctors . Medical research also benefits with the ability to monitor patients on a constant basis.

• Doctors can access patient information and records easily from mobile devices and provide prescriptions in emergencies.

• When ambulances or emergency services are requested , location information provided via the mobile device or monitors can be used to direct vehicles and emergency personnel more effectively.

• Doctors can also have access to databases while on the move to check for more information regarding symptoms or research information.