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Revision as of 01:45, 20 February 2025
Health technology is the application of organized knowledge and skills in the form of devices, medicines, vaccines, procedures and systems developed to solve a health problem and improve quality of lives. This includes the pharmaceuticals, devices, procedures and organizational systems used in healthcare.
Definition
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines health technology as the "application of organized knowledge and skills in the form of devices, medicines, vaccines, procedures and systems developed to solve a health problem and improve quality of lives". This includes pharmaceuticals, devices, procedures and organizational systems used in healthcare.
Types of Health Technology
Health technology typically involves a wide range of products that can help in the diagnosis, monitoring or treatment of diseases or health conditions. These technologies are divided into several areas:
- Medical Devices: These are usually used for diagnostic or treatment purposes. Examples include pacemakers, infusion pumps, or surgical instruments.
- Pharmaceuticals: These are medicinal drugs that are used to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent disease.
- Procedures: These are methods or courses of action intended to achieve a result in the delivery of healthcare. An example of a procedure is a surgery or psychotherapy.
- Organizational Systems: These are systems used to deliver healthcare, such as electronic health records or telemedicine systems.
Impact of Health Technology
Health technology has a significant impact on the delivery of healthcare. It can improve the quality of care and efficiency of the healthcare system. However, it can also lead to increases in costs, and there are often challenges associated with the adoption and use of new technologies.
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