Health Populi

APRIL 18, 2024

In addition, the politicization of health, dispersion of authority (with friends and family at least as trusted as scientists to “tell the truth on health”), and self-guided health (not necessarily in partnership with a licensed clinicians) can all be risks for health outcomes.

Public Health 193

Public Health Health Information Medical Technology Patient Experience 193

InTouch Health

APRIL 2, 2020

Throughout history, medical technology has largely evolved according to demand. Several major health crises forced the industry to reconsider the status quo, leading to sweeping changes throughout the United States’ health system. Ultimately, these efforts helped improve the health of the nation.

Medical Technology 52

Medical Technology Public Health Chronic pain management Telehealth 52

Health Populi

JUNE 5, 2020

The 21st Century Cures Act emphasizes patients’ control of personal health information. ONC rules issues in March 2020 called for more patient-facing health tools and apps to bolster health consumer engagement and empowerment. Digital literacy combines with health literacy to bolster patient engagement.

Digital Health 274

Digital Health Health Information Telehealth Health Data 274

Health Populi

JUNE 16, 2021

Among the least likely barriers were unqualified clinicians (compared with a “live” in-person doctor), the doctor’s inability to share health information with the patient, difficulty in booking an appointment, distractions from other online activities, and privacy issues. Deloitte found that U.S.

Digital Health 193

Digital Health Public Health Telehealth Health Information 193