DIGITALISATION OF HEALTH DATA: IMPACT ON PATIENT-CENTREDNESS AND SAFETY
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https://doi.org/10.52692/1857-0011.2024.3-80.25Keywords:
digitalisation, atient-centredness, data security, international standards, telemedicine, medical ethicsAbstract
The article explores the effects of health data digitalisation on patient-centred care and data security. Innovations such as electronic health records, telemedicine, and mobile applications improve accessibility and patient engagement in decision-making. However, these advancements raise concerns about cybersecurity, privacy protection, and ethical issues. The authors emphasise the importance of implementing international standards to safeguard data confidentiality and recommend developing robust digital infrastructures and enhancing the legal literacy of healthcare professionals to address the technological and legal challenges of digitalisation.
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