5G robots, other innovations may help healthcare system cope with ageing population

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Innovations such as these will help the nation’s healthcare system cope with future challenges, such as a limited labour force arising from a greying population

look into virtual reality and augmented reality innovations in the training of medical students and healthcare professionals.

Currently, robots are already being used to deliver medication to patients at Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH). These robots are now being considered for other uses, such as helping people navigate in hospitals

TTSH’s Medical 3D Printing Centre, which is located at CHI. The 3D printing centre started operating in 2020 and has come up with 250 models for various uses, including body parts to help patients understand their medical conditions and why they have to undergo certain procedures.

patients can use the HealthHub app to register themselves at a clinic and find out the number of patients ahead of them

The use of artificial intelligence to predict and prevent falls in patients

Qn: 'Technology in healthcare has gone beyond what is necessary.’ Is this a fair comment? (VJC Prelim 2022)