Future of mobility: Impact on Healthcare Future of mobility: Healthcare

Integration of vehicle health data with apps and wearables: Vehicles could be equipped with sensors to monitor the health and wellbeing of drivers and passengers. This could be part of a broader ecosystem of devices, including wearables and mobile health apps that work together.

Healthcare sensors applied to vehicles: AVs (Level 4) could reduce accidents and enable mobile clinics, which could reduce demand on medical care centres from road traffic accidents (For more information on levels of driving automation, view SAE International's J3016 automated-driving graphic update). Medical appointments could take place in AVs with vital sign monitoring technology and 5G connectivity.

In-pod physicians and pharmacists: In a connected vehicle with health sensors it may be possible to conduct remote GP appointments while on the move. Alternatively, ambulances or vehicles could be equipped with self-diagnosis equipment and even remotely authorised dispensaries to enable efficient delivery of medical services to remote locations.

Reduced driver stress from AVs: Incidents, such as traffic and road accidents, contribute to daily stress for drivers. AVs could significantly reduce such journey-related stress.