Journal of Hypertension: Open Access

Sharyn Loh, Department of Cardiology, Portfolio Manager at Wilson Asset Management, Singapore

Publications

• Review Article   
  Text-based messaging interventions for improving medication adherence among community-dwelling adults with Hypertension: A systematic review and meta-analysis
  Author(s): Sharyn Loh*
  
  Background: As a leading cause of morbidity and mortality, Hypertension is a pressing global concern. Adherence to antihypertensive is a cornerstone of effective antihypertensive therapy. However, suboptimal medication adherence is widespread. Mobile health technology i.e. text messaging is a promising tool that can promote medication adherence with a wide-reaching effect on population health. Aims: To critically assess the effectiveness of text-based messaging interventions for improving medication adherence among community-dwelling adults with Hypertension. Methods: Studies were identified through a detailed search of six databases by two independent reviewers: PubMed, Embase, Cochrane, PsycINFO, CINAHL and Scopus. Studies included were: (1) published in English, since 2000; (2) randomised controlled trials; (3) done.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2167-1095.2021.10.296

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