I can see pacemakers being connected to some sort of global network in the future. That way Doctors will be able to get real time information on the status of their patients, be able to adjust the programming of the pacemakers as needed. Also, the pacemakers would be able to call the EMT's if there is a problem.
There are some dangers (to privacy and health), but there could be some benefits if it is done correctly .
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I can see pacemakers being connected to some sort of global network in the future. That way Doctors will be able to get real time information on the status of their patients, be able to adjust the programming of the pacemakers as needed. Also, the pacemakers would be able to call the EMT's if there is a problem.
There are some dangers (to privacy and health), but there could be some benefits if it is done correctly
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