envisioning the future of healthcare through wearable technology
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Envisioning the future of healthcare through wearable technology
The cost of healthcare is increasing
Healthcare cost in UK
source: NHS
Prevalence of chronic diseases
Wearable trend
Behaviour intervention
Technology & Architecture
Challenge & Issue
Today talk
Unhealthy lifestyle
Lack of physical activity
Junk food
3.2m people in UK diagnosed with diabetes
Source: NHS (2013)
Providing just-in-time intervention
Constantly monitoring
Increasing awareness
Increasing fun & enjoyment
Increasing motivation
Increasing confidence
Reviewing progress
Wearabletechnology
& architecture
Body Sensor Networks (BSNs)
Motion sensors
Fall prevention
Patient fall
Sensors for monitoring vital sign
VitalJacket
EOG Goggle
Challenges & issues
Sensors & hardware capability
Wireless & connectivity
Security & privacy issue
The future?
Thank you
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