3 Ways the Industry Is Leveraging Real-World Data to Combat COVID-19

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to disrupt the status quo, the healthcare industry is turning to real-world data to better understand, monitor, and prepare for whatever the virus may bring. From patient surveys and EHR information, to studies on past outbreaks and hospital capacity, leaders are harnessing the power of real-world data to observe patterns and make critical decisions. Defined by  the FDA as information derived from sources other than traditional clinical trials, real-world data can provide valuable insights into patient health status or care delivery. With big data playing major role in the COVID-19 pandemic, this kind of information will prove extremely valuable in the fight against the outbreak.