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Telemedicine - what does it mean and why should you care?

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  • Corporate Authors:
    Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.)
  • Description:
    This factsheet explains what telemedicine is and how it can be used in low- resource settings during the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Telemedicine is the use of electronic information and telecommunication technology to get the health care you need while practicing social distancing. All you need is

    a phone or device with the internet to continue your medical care while protecting yourself and your healthcare provider from COVID-19. Speak with your doctor to determine whether telemedicine is appropriate for your health needs.

    Accessible version: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/global-covid-19/telemedicine.html

    www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/global-covid-19

    CS 320015-A 09/03/2020

    telemedicine.pdf

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