The ‘internet of healthy things’ poses unique privacy challenges

Wearable devices and remote patient monitoring tools have expanded patient care outside of traditional clinics, but this has also raised concerns about privacy. Experts at a HIMSS21 conference session explained that the “internet of healthy things” has led to potential privacy issues, and current privacy regulations are patchy at best. They emphasized the increasing value of health data and encouraged viewers to stay informed and involved in policy development.