Healthcare systems are primarily focused on treating patients' conditions after a confirmed
diagnosis. The emerging field of precision health targets early detection and tailored …

The use of health and well-being monitoring technologies has been steadily increasing and
such systems can now be found in smart homes, age-friendly workplaces, public spaces …

Several illnesses that are chronic and acute are becoming more relevant as the world's
aging population expands, and the medical sector is transforming rapidly, as a consequence …

Wearable technology and sensors are emerging as promising tools for continuous, real-time
health monitoring. From smart watches to fitness trackers and internet-connected clothing …

Objective: This paper discusses the evolution of pervasive healthcare from its inception for
activity recognition using wearable sensors to the future of sensing implant deployment and …

Abstract Wearable Sensor Health Technology (WSHT) captures, analyzes and aggregates
physiological data to improve personal well-being. Recently the technology market is …

Continuous monitoring of physiological and physical parameters is necessary for the
assessment and management of personal health status. It can significantly contribute to the …

This special issue on “Smart Sensors for Healthcare and Medical Applications” focuses on
new sensing technologies, measurement techniques, and their applications in medicine and …

Remote health monitoring has the potential to improve the quality of health services and to
reduce the total cost in healthcare by avoiding unnecessary hospitalisations and ensuring …

Advances in data acquisition technologies, sensor design, data frameworks, smart device
connectivities, Internet-of-things, rising health care costs and public awareness towards a …