RFID safe for medical monitoring?

Dutch scientists find that the tracking-and-tracing chips can interfere with hospital equipment, thus putting patients in danger.

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 51 words · Anthony Brown

RFID-tagged wristbands are currently used in some hospitals to ensure that correct procedures are carried out on patients.

Implementation of RFID in the critical-care environment should require on-site EMI tests and updates of international standards."

Three tests were carried out on each piece of medical equipment.

Natasha Lomas ofSilicon.comreported from London.