Abstract
The Internet of Things holds great promise for healthcare, but also embodies a number of risks. This analysis suggests that the risks are as yet poorly delineated (having features in common with the oracle Pythia, and with Pandora and her box), and that adopting the precautionary principle is appropriate.
MeSH terms
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Computer Security / ethics*
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Computer Security / legislation & jurisprudence*
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Confidentiality / ethics*
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Confidentiality / legislation & jurisprudence*
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Internationality
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Internet / ethics*
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Internet / legislation & jurisprudence*
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Risk Factors
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Telemedicine / ethics
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Telemedicine / legislation & jurisprudence