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Only 15% of US Consumers Used A Telecare Service in Past 12 Months

As consumers integrate connected devices and services ever more deeply into their lifestyles, they bring the same expectation and desire to their health and wellbeing. New research from Parks Associates reveals 15% of US broadband households have used a telecare service in the past 12 months. The new report quantifies the adoption and use of consumer wearables and other connected fitness devices and evaluates consumer usage patterns and desire for new features.

From the article "Only 15% of US Consumers Used A Telecare Service in Past 12 Months" by Fred Pennic.

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