Digital Health Literacy: Empowering Patients in the Era of Electronic Medical Records.
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.53555/eijmhs.v6i4.210Keywords:
Digital health literacy, electronic medical records (EMRs), patient empowerment, healthcare information, patient engagementAbstract
In today's digital age, the rise of electronic medical records (EMRs) has revolutionized how healthcare information is managed and accessed. However, this digital shift has also brought forth a crucial challenge: the need for enhanced digital health literacy among patients. As we navigate through the era of EMRs, empowering patients with the knowledge and skills to effectively use these digital tools is more important than ever. This encompasses understanding how to access their own health records online, interpret medical data, and communicate effectively with healthcare providers through digital platforms. The aim is to bridge the gap between complex digital healthcare information and patient understanding, ensuring that individuals are not just passive recipients of healthcare services but informed participants in their health management. By focusing on enhancing digital health literacy, we can unlock a multitude of benefits including improved healthcare outcomes, increased patient engagement, and a more streamlined healthcare experience. This abstract highlight the pivotal role of digital health literacy in empowering patients within the contemporary healthcare landscape marked by the prevalence of electronic medical records, underlining the necessity for concerted efforts to elevate patients' digital competencies as an integral component of modern healthcare.
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