THE TRANSFORMATIVE IMPACT OF BIG DATA ON MODERN HEALTHCARE: A TECHNICAL ANALYSIS
Keywords:
Big Data Analytics, Predictive Healthcare Analytics, Precision Medicine, Healthcare IoT Integration, Clinical Decision Support SystemsAbstract
The healthcare sector is experiencing a transformative digital revolution driven by Big Data analytics, fundamentally changing how medical services are delivered and managed. This comprehensive article analysis explores the integration of advanced technologies in healthcare, focusing on predictive analytics for clinical decision support, genomics and precision medicine, and Internet of Things (IoT) integration for real-time health monitoring. The article examines the technical architecture, challenges, and solutions in implementing these technologies, highlighting the significant improvements in patient care, operational efficiency, and treatment outcomes. Through the analysis of current implementations and future directions, the article demonstrates how data-driven approaches enable more personalized, efficient, and effective healthcare delivery while addressing critical data integration, security, and scalability concerns.
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