In this chapter, we address the functioning and limitations of existing healthcare system systems. More specifically, we address healthcare in the US and examine its strengths and challenges. To improve the current healthcare systems, first several general solutions are presented. Then, several technology-oriented solutions are introduced and discussed. Finally, how the rest of the book is organized in terms of covered topics, is presented.
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Varshney, U. (2009). Healthcare Systems: Challenges and Solutions. In: Pervasive Healthcare Computing. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4419-0215-3_1
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