Why IoT in Healthcare matters and what you should know about it

The article discusses the Internet of Things (IoT) and its application in healthcare through the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT). IoMT allows medical devices and applications to gather data and communicate with healthcare IT systems over a wireless network. By 2020, it is expected that 200 billion devices will be connected, with 38% of the total value coming from devices in health care. The article explores various use cases of IoMT such as real-time patient monitoring, wearables tech devices, and urgent care push notifications. It also highlights the importance of security in IoMT due to the sensitive data being shared across smart devices and the need for legislation to prevent data leaks. Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) are seen as potential tools to further expand the usage of IoT in health care, improving patient experience and reducing costs.