Harnessing apps for a new age of patient care
Physicians Practice February 27, 2024
Caring for patients with autoimmune diseases is a team sport. Here’s a way for technology to tie your team together.
The world of patient care is undergoing a remarkable transformation, particularly for individuals with complex conditions like autoimmune diseases. Autoimmune diseases refer to a group of disorders characterized by an abnormal immune response, where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells and tissues in the body. These conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and multiple sclerosis, among others, affect millions of people worldwide.
The prevalence of autoimmune diseases has been steadily increasing in recent years, presenting a growing health care challenge. Factors such as genetic predisposition, environmental triggers, and changes in lifestyle contribute to this surge. However, what sets autoimmune diseases...