The internet has the ability to be such a vital tool for doctors and patients. With healthcare in the state its in and the lack of availability patients have to doctors, this is a perfect medium to help. If online monitoring systems can be set up for patients with coronary heart disease, the patients will feel more at ease. This will offer doctors a tool to monitor their patients and give them more time to spend with other patients. Below is a good story on this type of breakthrough.
Internet-based Interventions Help Reduce Coronary Heart Disease Risk
According to a recent study, the communication via phone and Internet between patients and healthcare providers is “an effective way to reduce risk factors for coronary heart disease and the risk of further events after a heart attack.” See full story…