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Evaluation of myCOPD, a digital self-management technology, in a remote and rural population.
Beth Sage;
Rowena Cooper;
Adam Giangreco;
Michelle Duffy;
Elaine Finlayson;
Shellie Hamilton;
Mahri Swanson;
Judith Colligan;
Joanna Gilliatt;
Mairi McIvor
ABSTRACT
Digital self-management technologies are increasingly common given their potential to improve health outcomes and mitigate demands on clinical services. This study evaluated myCOPD in 113 participants from predominantly remote and rural communities for up to one year. Although popular, myCOPD was not associated with reduced hospital admissions, inpatient bed days or lower health service needs. Further subgroup analysis did however suggest that very high myCOPD usage may benefit some individuals.
Citation
Please cite as:
Sage B, Cooper R, Giangreco A, Duffy M, Finlayson E, Hamilton S, Swanson M, Colligan J, Gilliatt J, McIvor M
Evaluation of myCOPD Digital Self-management Technology in a Remote and Rural Population: Real-world Feasibility Study