Why does 5G matter in healthcare?

Now, 5G can be used by any device, including hospital equipment . Hospitals can use 5G to wirelessly connect to the internet and exchange data with the cloud. The ultraquick speeds would allow for hospitals and technology to embrace new capabilities, the Journal reported.

Future advancements and devices built upon new 5G networks and systems will have the potential to further health care transformation, increase access to high-quality health care for patients, and aid in narrowing health care disparities across the US .

5G opens entirely new horizons for telehealth , the technology that allows patients to connect virtually with doctors and other healthcare providers, communicating via real-time video or live chat. … As 5G promises to bring ultra-fast speeds with low latency, telehealth applications will improve dramatically.