New cancer patients check EHRs twice as often

Once a cancer diagnosis is confirmed, a patient’s life is not only altered but there is a lot to learn as they make care decisions.

“For cancer survivors and those managing a recent diagnosis, having access to online medical records via patient portals or smartphone-based health apps is critical,” said researchers from the U.S. Health and Human Services in a new report that examines the use of electronic health information.

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