New horizons in the role of digital data in the healthcare of older people

There are national and global moves to improve effective digital data design and application in healthcare. This New Horizons commentary describes the role of digital data in healthcare of the ageing population. We outline how health and social care professionals can engage in the proactive design of digital systems that appropriately serve people as they age, carers and the workforce that supports them.

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This commentary discusses the role of digital data in healthcare for the aging population and highlights the importance of proactive design of digital systems by healthcare professionals to cater to the needs of older adults, caregivers, and the workforce.