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At Denver Health, telehealth education and equipment help close equity gaps and boost engagement

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The COVID-19 public health emergency prompted a rapid shift to telemedicine as both a replacement and adjunct to usual in-person care. However, based on the National Institute on Aging's National Health and Aging Trends Study , researchers estimated roughly one-third of older adults in the U.S.

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The Future of Healthcare: Telehealth. Here’s Why You Need to Consider Telemedicine in 2019

Continue Education Journal

Telehealth and Telemedicine Definition. We often hear telehealth and telemedicine used interchangeably, so let’s set the record straight – telehealth is the umbrella term that refers to medical services that healthcare practitioners provide to patients from a distance.

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Patient concerns in healthcare digitalisation: Rising inequalities

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Time saved by opting for telemedicine over an in-person visit. There is a risk of unauthorized access to or breaches of patients' personal health information (PHI). There are worries about the affordability and accessibility of digital health solutions. More workshops and … national marketing?

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Patient Portals Improve Healthcare Outcomes. So, Why Don’t Patients Use Them?

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Oakkar Oakkar, Co-Founder and CEO at Keona Health Imagine a tool that puts your health information right at your fingertips. In an age where data breaches are common, some patients are hesitant to put their health information online. Then there’s the worry about privacy.

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When Social Determinants of Health Limit Virtual Care Access

GlobalMed

We know that rural and underserved communities can benefit from strong virtual care programs, but those same communities may have digital connectivity barriers and social determinants of health (SDOH) that stop patients from accessing telemedicine. Train staff to help patients use EHR portals and telemedicine devices.

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Telehealth Popularity for Generation Z’s Mental Health Crisis

Telebehavioral Health Institute

With its convenience and availability, telemedicine ensures that Gen Z can access care even after falling off their parents’ health plans. The Impact on the Healthcare System Enabling Generation Z to take control of their mental health and well-being through accessible tools can transform the healthcare system.

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Plug & Play Programs to Enhance Your Benefits Offering

Health Portal Solutions

From wellness, to telemedicine, to compliance, HPS offers access to 10 key programs plus communication materials for promoting them. Telemedicine When a member or family member gets sick, instead of taking off work and going to the doctor, they can conduct an office visit over the phone or webcam.