Overview of Policies, Guidelines, and Standards for Active Assisted Living Data Exchange: Thematic Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A primary concern for governments and health care systems is the rapid growth of the aging population. To provide a better quality of life for the elderly, researchers have explored the use of wearables, sensors, actuators, and mobile health technologies. The term AAL can be referred to as active assisted living or ambient assisted living, with both sometimes used interchangeably. AAL technologies describes systems designed to improve the quality of life, aid in independence, and create healthier lifestyles for those who need assistance at any stage of their lives.

Objective

The aim of this study was to understand the standards and policy guidelines that companies use in the creation of AAL technologies and to highlight the gap between available technologies, stan

SUBMITTER: Fadrique LX 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7338926 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature