Digital Health October 9, 2024
Digital portals promise huge benefits for patients and providers – but using them is unnecessarily complicated, writes the PRSB’s Oliver Lake
As the NHS faces unprecedented demand, prevention and self-management will be critical approaches for reducing waiting lists and easing workforce pressures. In 2018, a Health Foundation study of 9,000 people with long-term conditions found that those confident in managing their own care made 18% fewer GP visits and 38% fewer emergency department attendances.
With the recent independent investigation of the NHS in England by Lord Darzi advocating for a “tilt towards technology”, digital tools will be important enablers for helping people to manage their own care. Digital health apps and portals can enable people to view their medical records,...