An increasing number of American adults claim that they keep track of some form of their own health information, according to a new study from the Pew Research Center’s Internet & American Life Project.
According to their research as many as 69 percent of adults in the U.S. keep track of fitness data including exercise routine, weight, diet, blood pressure, blood sugar, headaches and sleep patterns. Surprisingly, they found that only about 21 percent use technology like apps or gadgets to track the information.
“We found good old pencil and paper was pretty dominant,” said lead researcher Susannah Fox, adding that “technology did not play a big role.”
“That presents a challenge to tech developers who might want to convert these people who are not using technology,” she adds. “Let’s really look at the people who are facing some serious chronic conditions. And (ask), what are the opportunities for bringing new technologies to market that specifically help that population?”
by RTT Staff Writer
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