Healthy Ageing: A Decision-Support Algorithm for the Patient-Specific Assignment of ICT Devices and Services.

ABSTRACT: In response to rapid population ageing, digital technology represents the greatest resource in supporting the implementation of active and healthy ageing principles at clinical and service levels. However, digital information platforms that deliver coordinated health and social care services for older people to cover their needs comprehensively and adequately are still not widespread. The present work is part of a project that focuses on creating a new personalised healthcare and social assistance model to enhance older people's quality of life. This model aims to prevent acute events to favour the elderly staying healthy in their own home while reducing hospitalisations. In this context, the prompt identification of criticalities and vulnerabilities through ICT devices and services is cru

SUBMITTER: Brunzini A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9963385 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature