Technoethical Considerations for Advancing Health Literacy and Medical Practice: A Posthumanist Framework in the Age of Healthcare 5.0
Emerging Technologies for Health Literacy and Medical Practice
Garcia, Manuel B.
Educational Innovation and Technology Hub
FEU Institute of Technology, Philippines
Garcia, Precious S.
College of Nursing
Jose Rizal University, Philippines
Maaliw, Renato R.
College of Engineering
Southern Luzon State University, Philippines
Lagrazon, Pitz Gerald G.
College of Engineering
Southern Luzon State University, Philippines
Arif, Yunifa Miftachul
Department of Electrical Engineering
Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, Indonesia
Yousef, Ahmed Mohamed Fahmy
Faculty of Specific Education
Fayoum University, Egypt
Vaithilingam, Chockalingam Aravind
Faculty of Innovation and Technology
Taylor’s University, Malaysia
Abstract: The integration of cutting-edge technologies into health literacy and medical practice presents unprecedented opportunities and ethical challenges. Guided by a posthumanist framework, this chapter delves into the technoethical considerations crucial for navigating this new landscape. Embracing this framework encourages us to reevaluate traditional boundaries, inviting a more inclusive understanding of humanity's relationship with technology. The chapter also explores the intricate relationship between technology and ethics, advocating for a technoethical framework that ensures technological advancements in healthcare are employed ethically, responsibly, and with a deep understanding of their societal impact. By doing so, this chapter serves as a guiding beacon for healthcare professionals, technologists, ethicists, and policymakers, urging a future where technology and human values coalesce to foster a healthcare ecosystem that is not only advanced but also compassionate, equitable, and ethically grounded.
Keywords: Ethics, Health Literacy, Medical Practice, Healthcare 5.0, Technoethics
Recommended Citation:
Garcia, M. B., Garcia, P. S., Maaliw III, R. R., Lagrazon, P. G. G., Arif, Y. M., Ofosu-Ampong, K., Yousef, A. M. F., & Vaithilingam, C. A. (2024). Technoethical Considerations for Advancing Health Literacy and Medical Practice: A Posthumanist Framework in the Age of Healthcare 5.0. Emerging Technologies for Health Literacy and Medical Practice, 1-19. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-1214-8.ch001.