5G technology expanding past smartphones to hospitals: 5 details

Becker's Healthcare October 11, 2021
Hannah Mitchell

5G networks have the capability to enhance everything connected to the internet, from remote heart surgeries to cutting the cord of traditional internet routers, The Wall Street Journal reported Oct. 11.

Five details:

1. 5G technology is commonly touted in improving the speed of smartphones. Now, 5G can be used by any device, including hospital equipment. Hospitals can use 5G to wirelessly connect to the internet and exchange data with the cloud. The ultraquick speeds would allow for hospitals and technology to embrace new capabilities, the Journal reported.
2. Anthem joined Atlanta-based Emory Healthcare’s Innovation Hub in August to create digital health solutions enabled with 5G...

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