Why the study?
Many mobile health apps support patient self-care in heart failure, but it is unclear whether they suit the needs or capabilities of older adults.
Population
74 mobile apps for HF self-care identified on Google Play and the App Store
Design
Systematic app search and evaluation
Authors
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HF mHealth apps may not suit older adults; leaves open whether tailored designs improve usability and outcomes.
Currently available mobile health apps for heart failure lack comprehensive features necessary for adequate self-care by older adults.
Wali et al. (2019) studied this question.
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