September 22, 2021
Telemedicine, the provision of health services via electronic communication media, has been around for decades. However, the uptake of telemedicine was previously slow until the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
October 2, 2021
The provision of health services via electronic and digital communication media has increased in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. With this trend set to continue beyond the end of the current pandemic, how can we ensure that telemedicine is effective and safe?
October 5, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the uptake of telemedicine, particularly for mental healthcare. The delivery of mental health services remotely via electronic and digital communication devices is often called telemental health or e-mental health.
November 15, 2021
Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is a healthcare delivery method that uses technology to monitor patient health outside of a traditional clinical setting. RPM refers to the specific technology used to electronically transmit information between patients and physicians, and it is one delivery system within the broader telemedicine industry that is gaining popularity around the globe.
December 8, 2021
In the UAE, telemedicine services are offered by public and private healthcare providers, as well as health insurance companies. A variety of platforms are used for telemedicine consultations. However, they vary in their features and capabilities.
December 20, 2021
Transitioning to teleconsultations can be challenging. This guide will help you to use teleconsultations safely and efficiently to provide the best care for your patients.
January 17, 2022
Telemedicine enables improved access and monitoring for chronic conditions. Favourable patient experiences and changes in the regulatory environment are also driving increased uptake of telemedicine.
February 18, 2022
The telehealth market in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is expanding rapidly.
April 11, 2022
The use of virtual methods of healthcare delivery, such as video consultations, is increasing.
April 24, 2022
The Republic of Maldives’ Ministry of Health’s Master Plan 2016-2025 included the use of telemedicine technologies in its framework for action in order to ‘develop mechanisms for distant diagnosis.’
May 8, 2022
An analysis of telehealth use in the USA (2020-21) found that women made up almost 60% of telehealth patients. It also reported an increased use of telehealth services among young women, in comparison to other groups. One survey found that adults under 40 years were more likely to prefer videoconsulations than those who are older.
June 2, 2022
In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), the use of telemedicine is increasing. As in other countries, the COVID-19 pandemic led to an expansion of existing telemedicine services to safely continue providing clinical care while minimising the risk of viral transmission.