– published in International Journal of Medical Informatics
Summary
Online Communities: Enhancing Health Self-Management
Can your smartphone make you a healthier patient? This systematic review and meta-analysis confirm that digital health interventions significantly boost Patient Activation (PAM) scores. Even small score increases can push a patient to a higher activation level, enhancing their self-management and healthcare engagement. Discover how tools, especially Online Health Communities (OHCs), provide vital social support, proving the universal efficacy of digital tools in improving patient involvement and system efficiency.