telehealth

[ tel-uh-helth ]

noun

1. a system that uses internet and telecommunications technology to provide a wide range of healthcare services, as telemedicine, education, patient care management, and remote monitoring of vital signs:

   Telehealth offers patients feedback that is more immediate than a traditional office appointment.

2. (loosely) telemedicine ( def 1 ).

telehealth

/ ˈtɛlɪˌhɛlθ /

noun

1. health care based on consultation by telephone and telemedicine

Word History and Origins

Origin of telehealth¹

First recorded in 1975–80; tele- ¹( def ) + health ( def )

Example Sentences

Abortion pill providers like Aid Access and telehealth services like Wisp reported huge surges in requests from online visitors.

From Slate

Additionally, policies should include expanded financial stability and mental health resources alongside telehealth lactation services.

From Science Daily

"For instance, offering telehealth options for lactation consultants through programs like WIC, which proved effective during the pandemic, is essential to maintain. Although many programs temporarily offered these flexible services, they have since reduced access, leaving gaps in support," she said.

From Science Daily

"Reinstating and standardizing telehealth lactation services for breastfeeding mothers, particularly through WIC, would enhance breastfeeding success, reduce stress, and better address the unique challenges faced by low-income and diverse populations."

From Science Daily

Much of that concern stems from the relaxation of telehealth regulations that allowed doctors to prescribe oral ketamine tablets to patients at home, rather than having it be administered intravenously in a clinic.

From Salon