The 5G cellular network is expected to be introduced in Ghana later this year and once it is introduced, one of the areas that will benefit a lot from it in Ghana will be the area of telemedicine.
When the world went into a lockdown during the coronavirus pandemic, we saw a rise in the use of telehealth.
People who were locked at home had to access health information through their smart devices.
And now with the introduction of the 5G network in Ghana, people will be able to get these done easier and faster than before.
Through the use of the 5G network, people will be able to get quicker access to health tips on their devices and watch telehealth videos without any issues. The use of AI features will also increase.
In this article today, we will look at some of the benefits the area of telemedicine will derive from the introduction of 5G in Ghana.
How 5G Will Transform The Ghanaian Telemedicine?
The 5G cellular network will aid Ghana in the sector of medicine once it is introduced. Below are some benefits that Ghanaians stand to gain in the area of telemedicine once the 5G cellular network has become operational all over the country.
Remote Patient Monitoring
The low latency and reliability in the 5G network will enable healthcare providers to offer real-time remote monitoring of patients.
Through the medical devices and wearables with 5G capability, health workers will be able to gather data effortlessly from patients to check how the treatment is going, allowing them to improve the treatment and also get quick warning signs should the patient be in any form of emergency.
The speed and connectivity of the 5G cellular network could greatly improve telemedicine and healthcare in general for Ghanaians all over the country, thereby improving the life quality of Ghanaians in the process.
Robotic Surgery
In the field of general healthcare, the 5G cellular network could facilitate the option of remote robotic surgery for Ghanaians.
This will help in removing the obstacle of distance, allowing patients to get access to special treatment irrespective of their location.
The use of 5 G-powered robotics that will be used in health facilities around the country will ensure the delivery of life-saving surgery that has not been possible through the use of the current 4G cellular network.
Patients who live in rural areas will also be able to get access to these 5 G-powered robots with ease, helping to improve the healthcare of people living in these areas.
Personal health
The onset of the coronavirus pandemic that threw the world into lockdown also increased interest in personal health for many Ghanaians.
This interest in personal health will continue to grow once the 5G network has been rolled out in the country as people will be able to get easy and quick access to telehealth tips and their doctors.
After the 5G network has been introduced into the country near the end of 2024, it will gradually reach more people in the country over time, allowing more and more people to prioritize personal health through their 5 G-enabled devices.
Although the use of health wearable devices and smart home gadgets is not new, the introduction of the 5G network will allow a much faster and more reliable use of these devices, allowing people to connect more devices they can monitor.
It will also aid them in monitoring and managing their physical and mental health, allowing them to get a more holistic view of their health. The 5G network could allow you to monitor your diet as well as your sleep through the use of a smart bed.
Emergency Response
The fast speed and low latency made available by the 5G network mobile connection will allow healthcare workers in the country to change how they respond to any form of emergency.
It will also allow healthcare workers and hospitals in the country to change the way they provide medical supplies and assistance to areas where they are needed.
Drones have been in use by many nations in the distribution of medical supplies during the pandemic and through the use of the 5G network in Ghana, their usage will increase and become more efficient.
Precision Treatment
The use of AI as a tool for health diagnosis and precision medical treatment will become more prevalent and improved through the use of the 5G cellular network in Ghana.
The use of AI, which will be powered by the 5G network with its high bandwidth, will help in analyzing medical imaging and help in forming diagnoses faster.
It will help healthcare workers know where they have to look so they can provide treatment that is tailored to the patients. It will also help in optimizing healthcare facilities and patient care.
Conclusion
5G has a lot of benefits that Ghanaians take advantage of in the health sector. In the field of telemedicine, the use of a 5G network will make it easier for people to get access to health tips and information.
They will also be able to get access to doctors with ease. The 5G network will also aid Ghanaian healthcare workers in monitoring patients remotely, allowing them to get quick signs of any emergencies.
The 5G cellular network will also aid in the quick and easy delivery of health supplies to various rural areas around the country, thereby improving healthcare access in these areas. You can also read this article where we cover how Africa is progressing with the 5G implementation.
