The Last Word with Matt Cooper Tech Thursday: Home Health Technology
Oct 10, 2024
Dr. Ilona Duffy, a knowledgeable GP, joins the discussion on tech in healthcare. She highlights groundbreaking advancements in at-home health technology, like sleep analyzers that detect sleep apnea and smart scales for health tracking. The conversation dives into the transformative role of AI in diagnostics and the balance between remote monitoring and personal consultations. Additionally, they evaluate the convenience and privacy of home testing kits, emphasizing the necessity of medical advice for accurate health assessments.
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Online Psychology Help SilverCloud
- Use SilverCloud, an HSE-funded online psychology service accessible to many patients.
- It offers emotional home exercises and programs suitable for those comfortable with online formats.
Telemedicine's Pros and Cons
- Telemedicine works best with doctors who know patients and their medical history.
- Video or phone consultations tend to increase antibiotic prescribing compared to face-to-face visits.
Home Health Tech Enhances Care
- Clinical decision systems already use patient data to aid diagnosis and treatment.
- Home health tech like fitness trackers and ECGs can provide useful longitudinal data to doctors.
