Background Chronic conditions are characterized by their long duration (≥ 1 year), need for
ongoing medical attention, and limitations in activities of daily living. These can often co …

Mobile-health applications can be used to deliver timely and personalized health
information to family and friends of chronically ill adults living in the community. This scoping …

Background Technology such as wearable technology and self-management applications
could improve the care of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) by …

Remote monitoring of health can reduce frequent hospitalisations, diminishing the burden
on the healthcare system and cost to the community. Patient monitoring helps identify …

Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic respiratory
condition characterised by shortness of breath, cough and recurrent exacerbations. People …

Background: The use of mobile health (mHealth) interventions has the potential to enhance
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) treatment outcomes. Further research is …

Background Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) often do not seek
care until they experience an exacerbation. Improving self-management for these patients …

Background The use of mobile health (mHealth) for asthma and chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD) is rapidly growing and may help address the complex …

Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common respiratory
disorder, and the assessment of inhalation therapy adherence is an important component of …

Background: People with chronic diseases can benefit from wearable devices in managing
their health and encouraging healthy lifestyle habits. Wearables such as activity trackers or …