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When Social Determinants of Health Limit Virtual Care Access

GlobalMed

When seeking treating for stigmatized conditions such as HIV or mental health issues, they may choose to forego virtual visits altogether rather than risk someone overhearing a discussion with their healthcare providers. Connecting Patients in Need to Virtual Care. 7 Best Practices for Digital Health Readiness.

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5 Challenges and Solutions for Improving Telehealth Adoption Rates

InTouch Health

If some areas have access to broadband services but local residents chose not to subscribe, care providers can talk to their patients about the benefits of accessing healthcare over the internet, including better communication, reduced commutes or wait times, and monitoring their health from the comfort of their own home.