Impact of Mobile Health (mHealth) Applications on Patient Adherence to Medication

Prof.(Dr) Avneesh Kumar

Galgotias University

Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 203201 India

avneesh.avn119@gmail.com

Abstract

The rapid proliferation of mobile health (mHealth) applications has significantly altered the landscape of healthcare management. In particular, these digital tools have emerged as potential enhancers of patient adherence to medication regimens—a critical determinant of therapeutic success and overall healthcare outcomes. This study explores the impact of mHealth applications on medication adherence by integrating quantitative and qualitative assessments. A cross-sectional analysis was conducted among patients diagnosed with chronic conditions who were prescribed long-term medication therapy. The study employed self-reported adherence measures and clinical data to compare adherence rates between mHealth application users and non-users. Findings indicate a statistically significant improvement in adherence among patients leveraging mHealth tools, attributable to features such as personalized reminders, educational content, and real-time monitoring. The manuscript also discusses barriers such as technological literacy and privacy concerns that may mitigate these benefits. The implications of this study underscore the potential of mHealth applications to serve as adjuncts to traditional healthcare practices, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes and reduced healthcare costs. Future research should consider longitudinal designs to ascertain the long-term sustainability of these interventions and explore integration models within broader healthcare systems.

Keywords

mHealth applications; medication adherence; digital health; patient outcomes; chronic disease management; healthcare technology

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