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Health and digitization

The increase in digitization is good for healthcare as actors in the healthcare sector are becoming increasingly better networked. “Apps on prescription” are also a useful supplement for medical and therapeutic treatments. But it also raises a number of questions: What new opportunities are there? How can they be taken up? How is digital medical data protected? Find out more here.

Digitization in healthcare at a glance

Digitization in healthcare offers multiple opportunities, but also poses questions. Processes can be simplified and treatments improved. Important information at a glance.

How does data protection work in healthcare?

How are my personal and medical data protected in digital healthcare?

Digital care applications (DiPA)

Digital care applications (DiPA) are a new type of care benefit. They support people who are in need of care and their loved ones. Find out how DiPA are used to support care on a daily basis.

The secure exchange of medical data: telematics infrastructure

The telematics infrastructure (TI) enables the secure exchange of sensitive medical data, for example between medical practices, hospitals and pharmacies. One typical usage is the e-prescription.

Digitization in the care sector

Digitization has a major impact on the care sector and can benefit both care recipients and carers. Find out more about the pros and cons of digital technology.