Telecare equipment in the home. Issues of intrusiveness and control
Journal of Telemedicine and TelecarePublished 1 June 1997
Malcolm Fisk
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Telecare in the home offers substantial benefits, however, the manner of its development and technological configuration will determine the extent to which it is acceptable and will meet clinical and social objectives.
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Telecare in the home offers substantial benefits to users. However, the manner of its development and technological configuration will determine the extent to which it is acceptable and will meet clinical and social objectives. There are important issues of intrusiveness and control. An ethical framework for telecare is needed.
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