You are facing the challengeLack of Access to Devices
Your choices drive to a risk level that is high
Risk-based Recommendations
Expand public library offerings with dedicated digital literacy tools.
Offer mobile vans equipped with telemedicine access for remote users.
Advocate for subsidies for tech upgrades in healthcare settings.
General Recommendations
Offer tailored feedback to patients facing a lack of computer or mobile equipment: Suggest alternative access points such as community health centers and public libraries, along with phone-based services like hotlines and telehealth consultations. Inform patients about printed materials provided by healthcare providers, assistance programs offering devices, and public resources like community centers. Direct patients to training programs to improve digital literacy and support groups for advocacy. Additionally, provide patients with a feedback mechanism to report challenges, aiding healthcare providers and policymakers in addressing barriers to access in order to overcome obstacles and make informed decisions about their health.