Integrating IoT into Smart Cities: Advancing Urban Health Monitoring and Management

Abstract

The integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) into smart city frameworks is revolutionizing urban healthcare systems, offering the potential to enhance public health management and overall wellness. This paper explores how IoT technologies can be leveraged for urban health monitoring and management, focusing on applications such as real-time health data collection, environmental monitoring, and predictive health analytics. By embedding IoT devices in various urban spaces, cities can track population health trends, enable early detection of diseases, improve emergency responses, and support the management of chronic conditions. Challenges surrounding data privacy, security, and system integration are discussed, along with strategies for ensuring equitable access to IoT-enabled healthcare services. The paper concludes by outlining future directions for IoT in urban healthcare, emphasizing the importance of smart city infrastructure to foster healthier, more sustainable urban environments.