A personal health record (PHR) is an electronic application for the patient to utilize and access for maintenance of their own health care. Simply stated it is collection of health information for the individual (Mayo Clinic Staff, 2014). Patients can manage their own care with this tool and track doctor visit information. It also provides the patient with other health resources which they can use to promote their own well-being. These tools are geared to encourage patient participation in personal health care. PHRs provides limited but necessary information from their own medical electronic records, such as lab results. The goal is to encourage patients to be active participants of their own health care, promote healthier lifestyles
