Health apps track vital health stats for millions of people, but doctors aren't using the data – here's how it could reduce costs and patient outcomes
- Written by Saligrama Agnihothri, Professor of Supply Chain and Business Analytics, Binghamton University, State University of New York
Mobile health apps and gadgets could help doctors and patients treat chronic illnesses in real time.Moment via GettyHealth-tracking devices and apps are becoming part of everyday life. More than 300,000 mobile phone applications claim to help with managing diverse personal health issues, from monitoring blood glucose levels to conceiving a child.
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