New research from Yale School of Medicine reveals that wearable devices and health-related social media content are fundamentally changing the way people approach their healthcare—and what they bring to the doctor's office.

Two studies published in JAMA Network Open and JAMA show how Americans are increasingly using apps and fitness trackers to monitor their health before consultations, giving them data-driven conversations with medical professionals. This digital preparation is creating a more informed patient base that comes ready to discuss specific metrics and health trends. Read the full story →

Today's takeaway: Technology is empowering patients to take a more active role in their own healthcare conversations.