Why It Isn't Too Late to Invest in Telehealth

Before the coronavirus pandemic, few people probably knew what exactly telehealth was. Today, many healthcare providers offer it and insurance companies are including it in their coverage. Video calls with doctors have become essential for patients who might otherwise be too vulnerable to visit a doctor's office and risk contracting COVID-19. But just because the pandemic created a surge in demand for telehealth doesn't mean that the service will become obsolete or unnecessary once life goes back to normal.

Telehealth will likely remain a fixture in the healthcare industry, and for investors, it could be an area of high growth that can generate strong returns for their portfolios. Here's a look at why you'll want to have some exposure to this emerging segment of the market.

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