Ireland may have to rely on Apple and Google for future health tech services, according to Health Minister Stephen Donnelly and HSE boss Paul Reid. And Mr Reid confirmed that future health tech remedies based on the Apple-Google app design are under consideration. Asked about concerns that Ireland might become reliant on Apple and Google for such future health services, Mr Donnelly said the two tech giants had become unavoidable utilities. Contact tracing is seen as a key part of the health service's ability to respond to outbreaks following the easing of restrictions. "If you are identified as a close contact, please take up the offer of a test without delay," he added.

Source: Irish Independent July 08, 2020 01:52 UTC