Maintaining good communication with those with chronic illnesses is crucial to their effective treatment. This is especially so for younger patients who perhaps don’t have the strongest relationship with their healthcare team. A recent study highlights how digital tools can help to bridge that communication gap, and thus significantly improve the care young people receive.
“Digital communication enables timely access for young people to the right clinician at the time when it can make a difference to how they manage their health condition,” the authors say. “This is valued as an addition to traditional clinic appointments, and can engage those otherwise disengaged. It can enhance patient autonomy, empowerment, and activation.”
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