International Journal of Health Policy Planning(IJHPP)

Massachusetts Institute of Technology, United States

Publications

• Short Communication   
  From Wearables to Hospitals: Safeguarding IoT in the Medical Ecosystem
  Author(s): Kennet Patrik* and Soren Falkner
  
  The proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, ranging from personal wearables to sophisticated hospital infrastructure, has revolutionized the medical ecosystem, offering unprecedented opportunities for patient monitoring and care. However, this interconnectedness introduces significant security vulnerabilities, posing risks to patient data privacy and system integrity. This paper explores the critical challenges associated with safeguarding IoT within the medical ecosystem, focusing on the unique security requirements of diverse devices and environments, from remote patient monitoring via wearables to complex hospitals. We analyze potential threat vectors, including unauthorized access, data breaches, and malware attacks, and discuss mitigation strategies involving robust authentication, encryption, and intrusion detection systems. Furthermore, we examine the importance of r.. Read More»
  

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