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E-prescription market headed to $204.6M

The U.S. e-prescription market is set to reach $204.6 million, according to a new report by market research firm Global Industry Analysts (GIA). The research report titled "E-Prescription Systems: A US & European Market Report" announced by Global Industry Analysts Inc., provides a comprehensive review of the e-prescription systems markets, current market trends, key growth drivers, recent product launches, recent industry activity, and profiles of major/niche market participants. It provides annual sales estimates and projections for e-prescription systems market for the years 2009 through 2017 for the following geographic markets - US and Europe. Key segments analyzed include integrated e-prescription systems, and stand-alone e-prescription systems. The report also analyzes the adoption of e-prescription systems by hospital practice and general practice. Also, a six-year (2003-2008) historic analysis is provided for additional perspective. Major players profiled in the ...
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Americans not ready to use social media to talk to their doc

RALEIGH, NC – Americans may not be embracing social media as a way to communicate with their providers, but they aren't opposed to using the Internet for more administrative functions such as billing, accessing their records and setting appointments. This is according to a national Capstrat-Public Policy Polling survey, which found that more than five of every six respondents (85 percent) said they would not use social media or instant messaging channels for medical communication if their doctors offered it. Only 11 percent of respondents said they would take advantage of social media such as Twitter or Facebook to communicate with their doctor and 20 percent said they would use chat or instant message. [See also: Social media sites help patients make healthcare decisions.] Even among Millennials (18 to 29 years old), an age group that seems ripe for electronic health communication, the poll found that only 21 percent said they would take advantage of an online forum if offered. Re...
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