By using an app on a smartphone or tablet, it will be easier for individuals to monitor and manage health issues such as blood sugar or breathing function. As the use of smart technology increases and the price of these devices decrease, use of these mHealth apps will continue to rise.
This is not to say that mHealth is without risk. As this technology is new, reliability of these diagnoses may not be as accurate and reliable. There is a risk of user error in this self-diagnosis.
In conclusion, mHealth is a rapidly growing field. Any technology that helps empower the patient will help shift from curative medicine to preventative medicine. This shift will hopefully lead to better health outcomes meaning a healthier populace and decreased healthcare expenditures.
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