Equity in Digital Health: Assessing Access and Utilization of Remote Patient Monitoring, Medical Apps, and Wearables in Underserved Communities.

ABSTRACT: This study examined access to, and use of remote patient monitoring (RPM), medical applications, and wearables in a racially diverse, lower-income population. Data were obtained via a cross-sectional survey of adults from low-income communities in Houston, Los Angeles, and New York between April and August 2023. The survey examined access to, and use of RPM, medical applications, and wearables, among respondents. Binary responses to the following questions were examined using logistic regression models: In the past 12 months, have you (i) used RPM, (ii) used a medical app, and (iii) used an electronic wearable device to monitor or track health or activity? A total of 305 surveys were returned, of which 212 were complete (69.5% completion rate). Demographically, 22% self-identified as Hispa

SUBMITTER: Adepoju O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11450565 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature