It is estimated that around 300 million people worldwide have high blood pressure, a condition that can be life-threatening. If you’re one of them, then you know how important it is to keep a careful eye on your blood pressure levels. According to the latest research, there is a way for you to do this…
With the rise of the ‘quantified self’ movement and the growing popularity of wearable technology, the lines between patient and clinician have blurred. For decades, the medical community has relied on patient data to track and improve health outcomes. However, with the vast majority of healthcare data held within the walls of healthcare providers, there…
It’s natural for patients going through radiotherapy or chemotherapy to feel sad and depressed. Their bodies are under a lot of stress, and it can be hard to find the motivation to get out of bed. Studies have shown that having meaningful and inspiring art can promote creativity, mental health, and happiness while also reducing…
In this article, we will discuss the pros and cons of performing a digital vaginal exam in a preterm patient. What is a Digital Vaginal Exam? A digital vaginal exam is a vaginal exam that uses digital technology to acquire images for diagnosis by a radiologist or gynecologist. While this type of examination has many…
The vast majority of medical records are still stored in paper form. With growing digitization, many aspects of medical care have shifted to a digital platform. Physicians are able to access patient information from any location at any time, there is less chance of data entry errors, and there are numerous healthcare applications that make…
The term ‘digital health’ encompasses the use of digital technologies in healthcare. This includes apps, websites, blogs, and social media platforms. The digital health landscape is changing, with patients increasingly expected to be active participants in their healthcare. This is resulting in different challenges for healthcare practitioners, including higher digital health literacy among patients. What…
Many businesses struggle with the challenge of keeping customers engaged and informed whilst also appealing to the rapidly growing number of digitally-savvy patients who now expect more convenience, choice and ease in how they want to be cared for. Whilst traditional methods of advertising, marketing, and getting in touch with customers remain important, it is…
A mammogram is an X-ray of the breast which serves as a diagnostic tool to detect breast cancer. It’s also one of the most common procedures performed at some point during a woman’s life. While many benefits can be found in mammograms, they aren’t all perfect. One of the downsides to the procedure is the…
If you are reading this, I assume you are already somewhat aware of the significance of patient engagement. After all, you are reading an article on Digital Patient, the website of the American Medical Association. But just to clarify: What is digital patient engagement? In plain English, it means using digital tools – such as…
From virtual patient consultations to sending prescriptions to your local pharmacy, medicine is evolving to reflect the ever-changing digital age. And with the advent of artificial intelligence (AI) and big data, the field is ripe for further innovation. How can doctors leverage digital health to improve patient care? In the world of healthcare, EMRs (electronic…