Understanding a:care - Your Partner in Supporting Better Medication Adherence
What is a:care, and why should I care about it?
Abbott’s innovative program, a:care, is designed to support both healthcare professionals and patients in improving medication adherence — one of the most persistent challenges in healthcare. By leveraging behavioral science insights and digital health tools, a:care provides practical, evidence-based solutions that help ensure patients follow their treatments as prescribed. Whether you’re managing chronic conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or gastrointestinal disorders, a:care equips you with actionable strategies to make a measurable difference in patient outcomes.
Medication adherence is critical because treatments only work when patients follow them consistently. Research shows that nearly 50% of patients do not take their medications as prescribed1,2, leading to preventable complications, hospitalizations, and increased healthcare costs³. By understanding the psychological, behavioral, and practical barriers to adherence, you can deliver more effective care. These barriers are addressed by a:care through evidence-based tools, empowering you to help patients stay engaged with their treatments for the long term.
How does a:care help me support my patients?
The a:care program offers a wide range of digital adherence tools and educational resources to enhance clinical practice. A key feature is a:care Insight, a validated predictive behavioral diagnostic tool that:
Once a patient is identified as being at risk of non-adherence, the My a:care app can be recommended as a personal coach, offering:
This combination enables you to integrate adherence support into your workflow without adding extra burden, ultimately improving patient satisfaction and treatment effectiveness.
Is a:care only for doctors, or can other healthcare professionals use it too?
Not at all. The program is designed for every healthcare professional involved in patient care, including physicians, pharmacists, nurses, and allied health practitioners. Whether you work in primary care, specialty clinics, or community health, a:care provides practical resources that fit seamlessly into your patient engagement strategies. Its behavioral science–based approach is adaptable across therapeutic areas, making it a valuable tool for any professional aiming to enhance treatment adherence.
Where can I access a:care, and what will I find there?
You can explore a:care anytime by visiting acarepro.abbott.com. The platform is packed with resources, including:
Best of all, no registration is required to access the content, making it easy to start benefiting from a:care right away. Whether you’re looking for patient-facing resources or professional development materials, you’ll find everything you need to support better treatment outcomes.
Do I need to register and have a login to access a:care? No, registration is not required for a:care resources. Our educational and practical tools are freely accessible without creating an account.
Do I need to pay for it? No, a:care is a free resource developed by Abbott to support healthcare professionals and their patients.
Can I identify which patients are at risk of non-adherence? Yes, a:care includes a:care Insight, a tool that helps assess behavioral risks and predicts a patient’s likelihood of non-adherence. It offers tailored feedback to guide your support strategy.
Can I recommend the My a:care app to my patients? Yes, the My a:care app is designed to help patients stay motivated and adherent to their prescribed treatments with reminders and progress tracking.
Is a:care suitable for all therapeutic areas? While it focuses strongly on chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and mental health, the behavioral science principles apply to a wide range of therapeutic areas.
Can I access educational sessions and congress recordings through a:care? Yes, a:care offers on-demand access to congress sessions, masterclasses, and expert-led discussions that can enhance your clinical knowledge and practice.
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