45% of U.S. adults live with chronic disease 

Living with a chronic disease has an independent effect on people’s technology adoption and health behavior 

72% of U.S. adults living with chronic conditions use the internet 

7 in 10 track weight, diet, exercise routine, or symptoms 

67% of U.S. adults living with high blood pressure are internet users

69% of U.S. adults living with asthma or other lung conditions are internet users

56% of U.S. adults living with diabetes are internet users

59% of U.S. adults living with heart conditions are internet users

70% of U.S. adults living with a chronic condition other than those specified in the report are internet users.

Surprisingly, only 11% of U.S. adults living with one or more chronic conditions have consulted online rankings or reviews of hospitals or other medical facilities.

People living with chronic conditions are more likely than others to fact check with a medical professional what they find online

The findings of this report presents a great opportunity of engaging patients with chronic conditions using internet and social media

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