Wireless Networking-Driven Healthcare Approaches in Combating COVID-19

Biomed Res Int. 2021 Dec 30:2021:9195965. doi: 10.1155/2021/9195965. eCollection 2021.

Abstract

Since its outbreak, the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused havoc on people's lives. All activities were paused due to the virus's spread across the continents. Researchers have been working hard to find new medication treatments for the COVID-19 pandemic. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that safety and self-measures play a major role in preventing the virus from spreading from one person to another. Wireless technology is playing a critical role in avoiding viral propagation. This technology mainly comprises of portable devices that assist self-isolated patients in adhering to safe precautionary measures. Government officials are currently using wireless technologies to identify infected people at large gatherings. In this research, we gave an overview of wireless technologies that assisted the general public and healthcare professionals in maintaining effective healthcare services during COVID-19. We also discussed the possible challenges faced by them for effective implementation in day-to-day life. In conclusion, wireless technologies are one of the best techniques in today's age to effectively combat the pandemic.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • COVID-19 / psychology*
  • COVID-19 / therapy*
  • Delivery of Health Care
  • Health Facilities
  • Humans
  • Pandemics / prevention & control
  • Patient Compliance / psychology
  • Physical Distancing
  • SARS-CoV-2 / pathogenicity
  • Wireless Technology / trends*