Chinese embrace online healthcare

 19-Jul-16, The State Council, PRC

Chinese people, who are now becoming increasingly tech-savvy, are embracing internet-based medical care.

Image: Long Wei / China Daily

According to a recent survey conducted by Accenture, internet-based healthcare is an emerging trend in China. The survey showed that people use the internet to access various healthcare services and get health-related information.

• Nearly 80 percent of the 12,009 respondents indicated that they had registered for online healthcare services via a computer. 
• About 70 percent of the interviewees have opted for online medical services via a mobile app or WeChat.
• Some 75 percent search for medication online.
• Up to 60 percent said they have used “online doctor” consulting services.

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