Counterfeit Medicines and Technology Innovations

This chapter discusses the serious issue of counterfeit medicines and their impact on medicine safety, drawing parallels with counterfeit consumer electronics. The conversation highlights innovative solutions like secure NFC tags and RFID technology for authenticating medications and improving patient adherence. Additionally, it addresses the evolving role of technology in healthcare, including data sharing, home-based care, and the importance of patient empowerment in accessing their health information.