TLDR The impact of virtual care on health and privacy is unclear and may be biased.
The scoping review on direct-to-consumer (DTC) commercial virtual care reveals a significant gap in understanding its effects on quality of care, health outcomes, health system utilization, and privacy-related ethical concerns. Despite numerous studies, the influence of financial ties with the industry raises concerns about potential bias in the existing research literature.
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November 2024 in “Australian Journal of General Practice” November 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” April 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” More people are using online platforms for hair loss treatment due to convenience and privacy.
January 2023 in “DIGITAL HEALTH” Most men using teledermatology for hair loss treatment saw improved hair and self-esteem, with some experiencing side effects.
October 2022 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Digital health platforms improve treatment for male pattern hair loss.
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July 2022 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Telemedicine helps men with hair loss get better care.
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March 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Direct-to-consumer teledermatology is not effectively reaching underserved populations due to language, technology, and insurance barriers.
