Overcoming barriers to healthcare digitalization for older adults in Asia: What holds them back?

This commentary focuses on the key barriers to the implementation of digital healthcare among Asian older adults. Key barriers include healthcare digitalization, including inadequate internet access, technological unfamiliarity, physical and cognitive limitations, trust concerns, language barriers, and financial constraints. Potential solutions include government-subsidized Internet access, senior-friendly technology interfaces, digital literacy programs, and stronger privacy regulations. However, successful digital healthcare adoption requires a collaborative approach among governments, healthcare providers, and technology developers to ensure equitable and inclusive access to digital health. Future research should focus on the cultural and economic factors influencing digital healthcare integration to develop region-specific strategies for sustainable implementation.