Research

Connected health devices and the data they generate will offer benefits to stakeholders and consumers, potentially improving preventative healthcare.

The Research Now study among 500 healthcare professionals and 1,000 health app users in the U.S. looked into the use of mobile health apps.

The survey also revealed that 87% of respondents are overwhelmingly against any fees being charged for the transfer of critical health information.

Pharmaceutical CIOs view analytics as the top driver of integration (52%), but pharmaceutical CMOs rank analytics near the bottom (cited by just 13%).

Advances in technology and increasing health concerns have upped the demand for fitness devices, helping consumers track physical activity on a regular basis.

Seniors who place a higher priority on technology are more willing to track their weight digitally (75%) and monitor their cholesterol (50%).

The pressure on the industry now is to create unique value propositions for these devices that align with current consumer interests, Parks Associates argues.

According to the Fifth "Pulse of Online Health" Survey, consumers are ready to disclose online personal health data if they can trust the service provider.

The study has found that digitally engaged patients want doctors to prescribe apps to help better connect, communicate, and manage their health.

Over 720,000 Android Wear devices shipped last year out of a total of 4.6 million smart wearable bands; Moto 360 is leading the pack.