New Data: More than Half of Adults Have Used Online Resources In Lieu of Primary Care

New Data: More than Half of Adults Have Used Online Resources In Lieu of Primary Care

A new study from the University of Phoenix College of Health Professionals reveals that 59% of American adults have used online resources (eg, WebMD) to explore symptoms instead of visiting a primary care physician. Just 12% have used telemedicine in place of primary care. The data reflect an online survey of 2,201 people from a range of demographic categories. Doris Savron, executive dean, interpreted the data as proof that the healthcare industry is leaning toward …

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