Digital Health and Women: Advancing Women’s Health Research and Development in Digital Health Solutions
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.53555/eijmhs.v1i1.205Keywords:
Digital Health Solutions, digital technologies, Women's Health, healthcare, lifespanAbstract
Digital health innovations have transformed healthcare delivery and management, offering unprecedented opportunities to advance women's health research and development. Despite significant progress, the integration of digital health solutions in addressing women-specific health issues remains underexploited. This research article examines the current landscape of digital health in women's health research, identifies key challenges, and highlights opportunities for leveraging digital technologies to enhance research and development in women's health. Through a comprehensive analysis, it becomes evident that digital health can play a pivotal role in bridging gaps in women's healthcare, enabling personalized and accessible care solutions. However, achieving this requires addressing existing barriers, including gender disparities in healthcare research, regulatory challenges, and ethical considerations. The findings underscore the importance of a collaborative approach involving stakeholders across healthcare, technology, and policy domains to foster innovation and improve health outcomes for women globally.
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