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CLICK TO VIEW Fact Sheet Overview & Resources Introduction Reliable and affordable internet access is essential for consumers and patients who need to access digital health resources. This fact sheet provides an overview to help consumers understand broadband internet and its role in digital health, addressing common questions such as: What is broadband? What isRead more

Addressing the youth mental health crisis in California and beyond.  The mental health landscape for youth in the United States is facing a critical juncture, with alarming rates of anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation among young people. This crisis is even more pronounced among Two Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and Asexual (2SLGBTQIA+)Read more

In commemorating Native American Heritage Month, we should take concrete steps to address longstanding structural inequality that limits access to culturally competent healthcare for Indigenous communities in California. This blog, brought to you by the California Telehealth Resource Center (CTRC), offers insights into the evidence-base concerning virtual health care for Native Americans. By exploring theRead more

While California is a national and global health care innovation and technology pacesetter, there remain significant health disparities. With sprawling urban centers and vast rural areas, California presents a unique challenge to ensuring that every resident, regardless of where they live, who they are, or their socioeconomic status, has the same access to quality healthRead more

Telehealth offers a safe, secure, and accessible platform for the LGBTQIA+ community, enabling access to affirming healthcare professionals without geographical boundaries.

In this blog post, we delve into the transformative power of teletherapy, exploring its impact on mental health, and how it’s reshaping the accessibility of mental health services across the globe.  

As telehealth revolutionizes health care delivery for patients worldwide, one area that holds promise is the diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). In this blog, we will explore the many advantages of telehealth for individuals with autism and their families.

Telehealth, also known as telemedicine, is a mode of health care that uses secure digital technologies such as videoconferencing and telephone services to connect patients and providers.

Virtual care offers patients convenience, flexibility, and reduced
costs. To ensure your information is secure, consider the
following safeguards.

This guide, produced by the Northeast Telehealth Resource Center, contains 8 tips to make your video visit experience a success.