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Bilardi J, Webb A, Trieu VH, Sharp G, McIntosh J, Temple-Smith M. Miscarriage Australia: the use of a human centered design approach to design and develop a website for those affected by miscarriage. Front Public Health 2023; 11:1128768. [PMID: 37250069 PMCID: PMC10213628 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1128768] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2022] [Accepted: 04/06/2023] [Indexed: 05/31/2023] Open
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Background Past research has shown that Australians affected by miscarriage want a website specific to both miscarriage and their local region that is accessible, comprehensive, evidence-based and informed by experts. The aim of this study was to design, develop and evaluate the Miscarriage Australia website using human centered design. Methods A four stage human centered design approach was used to develop the Miscarriage Australia website which aimed to: (1) Understand the issue and why users need a website; (2) Define users' specific needs; (3) Design solutions to meet those needs; and (4) Evaluate the design by testing with end users. Across the four stages, various types of data and data analysis were developed and utilized including interviews, desktop research, development of personas and tone of voice, followed by usability testing. Process and content were guided by designers, developers and an expert advisory committee of key stakeholders. Results Analysis and synthesis of user research across Stages 1 and Stage 2 found 11 key themes pertaining to user's miscarriage experiences and support needs. Using the themes, common experiences, goals, motivations and behaviors of users were identified and similar user types grouped and used to inform the development of two personas. Using the personas and user research findings, design elements (Stage 3) including the "tone of voice guidelines" were developed recommending the Miscarriage Australia website be calm, empathetic, hopeful and authoritative. The tone of voice guidelines guided branding and over 100 pages of content was informed by the research team and reviewed by a 13-member Expert Clinical Advisory Committee over two rounds to ensure it was evidence based and reflected best practice. Using a contextual inquiry approach, usability testing was undertaken with 8 end users to test a low fidelity mockup and high-fidelity prototype of the website. Overall, end users reported the website was highly acceptable in terms of the design, content, layout, language and terminology, describing it in line with the intended tone of voice. Users reported the website was easy to use and navigate and provided useful and appropriate content and resources. Minor areas for improvement included slight changes to specific images, improved links for navigating sections, and a title change to one section heading. Conclusion The Miscarriage Australia website was successfully implemented and commended by users as meeting their needs. As a result of using human centered design, the Miscarriage Australia website provides an ideal template or blueprint on how to develop a successful and useful digital resource for users, particularly around sensitive women's health issues.
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- Jade Bilardi
- Central Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Department of General Practice, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Melbourne Sexual Health Centre, Alfred Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Central Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Department of General Practice, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Information Systems and Business Analytics, Deakin University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Neuroscience, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of General Practice, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- HumaniSE Lab, Faculty of Information Technology, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of General Practice, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Melbourne Sexual Health Centre, Alfred Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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Evans EW, Redmond EC. Assessing Existing Food Safety Resources with United Kingdom-Based Chemotherapy Patients and Family Caregivers for Future Learning Purposes. J Food Prot 2022; 85:287-310. [PMID: 34648623 DOI: 10.4315/jfp-21-311] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2021] [Accepted: 10/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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ABSTRACT Because the incidence of foodborne infection is more prevalent among cancer patients and the domestic kitchen is a contributor to foodborne infection, appropriate domestic food safety practices are needed to safeguard this at-risk population. Although patients are aware of the increased risk of infection, previous self-reported data indicate potential food safety malpractices among patients and family caregivers, thus suggesting the need for targeted food safety information. However, existing United Kingdom resources provide inconsistent and insufficient food safety information. Involvement of intended end users in the cocreation of interventions increases potential effectiveness. Qualitative data were collated from in-depth interviews and a focus group with United Kingdom chemotherapy patients and family caregivers (n = 35) to determine perceptions and preferences for food safety information by evaluating existing food safety resources from international providers (n = 12). Although participants liked digital interventions (e.g., Web sites and videos), traditional paper-based leaflets were perceived as the most beneficial because they could be referred to on repeated occasions. Despite the drawbacks associated with some resources, combining approaches in a multiresource intervention was favored by patients and family caregivers. Ensuring patients are not overwhelmed with excessive information was important. Short, logical, engaging, educational, and entertaining information to evoke an interest in the topic was preferred. Utilization of graphics to supplement descriptive information may enhance comprehensibility. Interventions need to be appropriate for patients and caregivers, and delivery by trusted health care professionals may enhance the credibility of the message. Preferred approaches to facilitate targeted food safety communication were identified, and these findings can be utilized to cocreate targeted food safety interventions for chemotherapy patients and family caregivers. HIGHLIGHTS
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- Ellen W Evans
- ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre, Cardiff Metropolitan University, 200 Western Avenue, Llandaff, Cardiff, Wales CF5 2YB
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- ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre, Cardiff Metropolitan University, 200 Western Avenue, Llandaff, Cardiff, Wales CF5 2YB
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Sezgin MG, Bektas H. The effect of web-based intervention programs on self-management and symptom management in patients with lymphoma: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials. Jpn J Nurs Sci 2021; 19:e12460. [PMID: 34738318 DOI: 10.1111/jjns.12460] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2021] [Revised: 08/18/2021] [Accepted: 09/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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AIM This systematic review aimed to systematically summarize studies obtained through a database search and examine the effect of web-based intervention programs on self-management and symptom management in patients with lymphoma. METHODS A systematic review of randomized controlled trials was carried out. Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Web of Science, PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, ProQuest, Science Direct, and Ovid databases were reviewed until January 2021. The flow chart of the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis checklist was used in the search procedure without setting a year limit. Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcomes and Study criteria were determined by two independent investigators and published randomized controlled studies in English with lymphoma diagnosis and web-based intervention programs for self-management and symptom management were included in the systematic review. The included studies were examined for their risk of bias with the help of the Cochrane Collaboration tool. A narrative synthesis of study findings was performed. RESULTS Six randomized controlled trials with 2382 participants were included in the systematic review. Web-based intervention programs in patients diagnosed with lymphoma were found to be generally implemented for determining the levels of self-management and symptom management. In all of the studies reviewed, it was found that the interventions had treatment outcomes. The risk of Bias 2 was evaluated as high risk in two studies that did not meet the criteria for blinding outcome evaluations. The included studies, while evaluating the effects of web-based intervention programs on patient outcomes, could not provide information about the underlying mechanisms by which these effects occur and how they occur. CONCLUSIONS All of the studies included were found to apply a technology designed to improve outcomes in patients with lymphoma. It is recommended that web-based intervention programs be individualized by adapting them to lymphoma types and stages, and serve as a guide for effective symptom management.
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- Merve Gozde Sezgin
- Department of Internal Medicine Nursing, Akdeniz University Faculty of Nursing, Antalya, Turkey
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- Department of Internal Medicine Nursing, Akdeniz University Faculty of Nursing, Antalya, Turkey
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Chung WW, Agbayani CJG, Martinez A, Le V, Cortes H, Har K, Kain ZN, Fortier MA. Improving Children's cancer pain management in the home setting: Development and formative evaluation of a web-based program for parents. Comput Biol Med 2018; 101:146-152. [PMID: 30138775 DOI: 10.1016/j.compbiomed.2018.08.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2018] [Revised: 07/27/2018] [Accepted: 08/11/2018] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND METHODS Despite advances in health care, the majority of children undergoing cancer treatment experience pain, particularly in the home setting. Mobile health tools provide a promising avenue to deliver pain management education and information to parents of children receiving cancer treatment. The current study describes the development and formative evaluation of a novel intervention, Cancer-Tailored Intervention for Pain and Symptoms (C-TIPS), which provides empirically-based pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management information and coping skills training to parents of pediatric cancer patients. C-TIPS is a web-based application including a tailoring algorithm, customization tools, guided diaphragmatic breathing training, relaxation practice, and educational material (COPE modules). Thirty parents of children undergoing chemotherapy treatment for cancer participated in this initial mixed methods pilot study. Participants completed quantitative measures assessing their stress and relaxation ratings and satisfaction with C-TIPS. Formative evaluation and qualitative data were collected using individual and group interviews. RESULTS Parents reported high satisfaction with both the educational and skills training modules of C-TIPS (ps < 0.001). Parent self-reported stress significantly reduced (p = 0.004) and relaxation increased (p = 0.05) following participation with the skills training module. CONCLUSIONS C-TIPS is a feasible and well-received web-based intervention that promises to improve pain management in children undergoing cancer treatment, improve stress management in parents, and increase parents' knowledge and understanding of their child's cancer treatment. Results from the current study will help make improvements to C-TIPS in preparation for a randomized-controlled trial of this innovative program.
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- Winnie W Chung
- Department of Pediatric Psychology, CHOC Children's Hospital, Orange, CA, USA
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- UCI Center on Stress and Health, University of California-Irvine School of Medicine, USA; Department of Psychology and Social Behavior, University of California-Irvine, USA
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- UCI Center on Stress and Health, University of California-Irvine School of Medicine, USA; Department of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Care, University of California-Irvine School of Medicine, USA
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- Department of Neurology, University of California-Irvine, USA
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- UCI Center on Stress and Health, University of California-Irvine School of Medicine, USA; Department of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Care, University of California-Irvine School of Medicine, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Psychology, CHOC Children's Hospital, Orange, CA, USA
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- UCI Center on Stress and Health, University of California-Irvine School of Medicine, USA; Department of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Care, University of California-Irvine School of Medicine, USA; Child Study Center, Yale University, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Psychology, CHOC Children's Hospital, Orange, CA, USA; UCI Center on Stress and Health, University of California-Irvine School of Medicine, USA; Department of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Care, University of California-Irvine School of Medicine, USA.
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Boyes A, Turon H, Hall A, Watson R, Proietto A, Sanson-Fisher R. Preferences for models of peer support in the digital era: A cross-sectional survey of people with cancer. Psychooncology 2018; 27:2148-2154. [PMID: 29808504 DOI: 10.1002/pon.4781] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2018] [Revised: 04/27/2018] [Accepted: 05/22/2018] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Many people with cancer report an unmet need for peer support, yet participation rates are low. This study examined cancer patients' preferences for participating in peer support, and the characteristics associated with having or wanting to participate in peer support. METHODS Adult cancer patients were recruited from outpatient oncology clinics at 5 hospitals in Australia. Participants were invited to self-complete 2 questionnaires: one at recruitment assessing their demographic and cancer characteristics, and another 4 weeks later assessing their preferences for participating in cancer-related peer support. RESULTS The peer support questionnaire was completed by 177/273 (65%) of participants. Most (59%, n = 104) had or wanted to participate in peer support. More than half reported that it was important the people they connected with had the same cancer treatment (56%, n = 99) or type of cancer (53%, n = 94) as themselves. Half had or wanted to participate in 1-to-1 peer support (52%, n = 92). Half had or wanted to connect with peers face-to-face (53%, n = 93). Only 13% (n = 23) were receptive to connecting with peers over the internet. Being aged ≤65 years was significantly associated (OR = 2.3; 95% CI: 1.1-5.1) with reporting a preference for participating in peer support. CONCLUSIONS Cancer patients are interested in participating in peer support, particularly those who are younger. Despite the digital era, traditional forms of peer support continue to be important in supporting people with cancer. Greater understanding of the barriers to cancer patients' involvement in potentially low cost and high reach web-based models of peer support is required.
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- Allison Boyes
- Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, School of Medicine and Public Health, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.,Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton Heights, NSW, Australia
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- Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, School of Medicine and Public Health, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.,Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton Heights, NSW, Australia
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- Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, School of Medicine and Public Health, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.,Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton Heights, NSW, Australia
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- Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, School of Medicine and Public Health, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.,Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton Heights, NSW, Australia
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- Cancer Services Unit, Hunter New England Local Health District, Newcastle, Australia
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- Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, School of Medicine and Public Health, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.,Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton Heights, NSW, Australia
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Wendt C. Perception and Assessment of Verbal and Written Information on Sex and Relationships after Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. JOURNAL OF CANCER EDUCATION : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR CANCER EDUCATION 2017; 32:681-689. [PMID: 27278129 DOI: 10.1007/s13187-016-1054-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/16/2023]
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This study aimed to investigate experiences of verbal and written information about sex and relationships among men and women treated with hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. The study also aimed to investigate the demand for information and assessment of the quality of written patient information material entitled "Sex and relationships in the treatment of blood diseases." Few studies exist that shed any light on the demand for information about sex and relationships on the part of patients with hematological diseases before, during, and after their treatment. A total of 216 patients undergoing treatment for malignant blood diseases between 2000 and 2010 participated in this study. Patients' experiences of information about sex and relationships, and their opinions about the written patient information, were assessed using a questionnaire created specifically for this study. Most patients (81 %) had not received information about sex and relationships from a healthcare professional. Almost 90 % of men felt that verbal information was important, compared with 82 % of women. The majority also held that written information was important. These results indicate that patients, regardless of gender, age, and treatment, consider oral and written information about sex and relationships to be important and that the healthcare system should provide the information. The written patient information was considered to play an important role in creating an opening for a conversation about a sensitive topic such as sexuality, and also as a source of reference and support for the patient and his/her partner.
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- Christel Wendt
- Faculty of Health and Society, Malmö University, 205 06, Malmö, Sweden.
- Skåne University Hospital, 221 85, Lund, Sweden.
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Slev VN, Pasman HRW, Eeltink CM, van Uden-Kraan CF, Verdonck-de Leeuw IM, Francke AL. Self-management support and eHealth for patients and informal caregivers confronted with advanced cancer: an online focus group study among nurses. BMC Palliat Care 2017; 16:55. [PMID: 29162081 PMCID: PMC5699199 DOI: 10.1186/s12904-017-0238-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2016] [Accepted: 11/14/2017] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Self-management by patients and informal caregivers confronted with advanced cancer is not self-evident. Therefore they might need self-management support from nurses. This article reports on nurses' perspectives on self-management support for people confronted with advanced cancer, and nurses' experiences with eHealth in this context. METHODS Six online focus groups were organized, with a total of 45 Dutch nurses with different educational levels and working in different care settings. Nurses were asked how they support patients and informal caregivers facing advanced cancer in managing physical and psychosocial problems in their daily life. Questions were also asked regarding the nurses' experiences with eHealth. Transcripts of the online focus group discussions were analyzed qualitatively following the principles of thematic analysis. The main themes derived from the analyses were ordered according to the elements in the 5 A's Behavior Change Model. RESULTS Within the scope of self-management support, nurses reported that they discuss the background, personal situation, wishes, and needs of advanced cancer patients ('Assess' in the 5 A's model), and they provide information about cancer and specifically the advanced type ('Advise'). However, nurses hardly give any advice on how patients can manage physical and psychological problems themselves and/or pay any attention to collaborative goal-setting ('Agree'). Neither do they explain how follow-up can be arranged ('Arrange'). In addition, they do not appear to pay much attention to self-management support for informal caregivers. Nurses' attitudes towards eHealth within the scope of self-management support are positive. They see many advantages, such as allowing advanced cancer patients to stay in charge of their own care and lives. However, nurses also explicitly stressed that eHealth can never be a substitute for personal contact between nurses and patients. CONCLUSIONS Nurses value self-management support and eHealth for advanced cancer patients and their informal caregivers. However, they seem to disregard important elements in the support of self-management, such as providing practical advice, collaborative goal-setting, and arrangement of follow-up. We recommend further promoting and clarifying the essence and importance of self-management support, including self-management support for informal caregivers.
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- Vina N Slev
- Department of Public and Occupational Health, VU University Medical Center/Amsterdam Public Health research institute, Van Der Boechorststraat 7, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, Netherlands. .,Expertise Center for Palliative Care, Van der Boechorststraat 7, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
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- Department of Public and Occupational Health, VU University Medical Center/Amsterdam Public Health research institute, Van Der Boechorststraat 7, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Expertise Center for Palliative Care, Van der Boechorststraat 7, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Hematology, VU University Medical Center, De Boelelaan 1118, 1081 HZ, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Psychology, VU University, Van der Boechorststraat 1, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Psychology, VU University, Van der Boechorststraat 1, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, VU University Medical Center, De Boelelaan 1118, 1081 HZ, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Cancer Center Amsterdam (CCA), De Boelelaan 1118, 1081 HZ, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Public and Occupational Health, VU University Medical Center/Amsterdam Public Health research institute, Van Der Boechorststraat 7, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Expertise Center for Palliative Care, Van der Boechorststraat 7, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,NIVEL, Netherlands Institute for Health Services Research, Otterstraat 118 - 124, 3513 CR, Utrecht, Netherlands
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McCrabb S, Baker AL, Attia J, Balogh ZJ, Lott N, Palazzi K, Naylor J, Harris IA, Doran C, George J, Wolfenden L, Skelton E, Bonevski B. Who is More Likely to Use the Internet for Health Behavior Change? A Cross-Sectional Survey of Internet Use Among Smokers and Nonsmokers Who Are Orthopedic Trauma Patients. JMIR Ment Health 2017; 4:e18. [PMID: 28559228 PMCID: PMC5470009 DOI: 10.2196/mental.7435] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2017] [Revised: 04/12/2017] [Accepted: 04/21/2017] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND eHealth presents opportunities to provide population groups with accessible health interventions, although knowledge about Internet access, peoples' interest in using the Internet for health, and users' characteristics are required prior to eHealth program development. OBJECTIVE This study surveyed hospital patients to examine rates of Internet use, interest in using the Internet for health, and respondent characteristics related to Internet use and interest in using the Internet for health. For patients who smoke, preferences for types of smoking cessation programs for use at home and while in hospital were also examined. METHODS An online cross-sectional survey was used to survey 819 orthopedic trauma patients (response rate: 72.61%, 819/1128) from two public hospitals in New South Wales, Australia. Logistic regressions were used to examine associations between variables. RESULTS A total of 72.7% (574/790) of respondents had at least weekly Internet access and more than half (56.6%, 357/631) reported interest in using the Internet for health. Odds of at least weekly Internet usage were higher if the individual was born overseas (OR 2.21, 95% CI 1.27-3.82, P=.005), had a tertiary education (OR 3.75, 95% CI 2.41-5.84, P<.001), or was a nonsmoker (OR 3.75, 95% CI 2.41-5.84, P<.001). Interest in using the Internet for health increased with high school (OR 1.85, 95% CI 1.09-3.15, P=.02) or tertiary education (OR 2.48, 95% CI 1.66-3.70, P<.001), and if household incomes were more than AUS $100,000 (OR 2.5, 95% CI 1.25-4.97, P=.009). Older individuals were less interested in using the Internet for health (OR 0.98, 95% CI 0.97-0.99, P<.001). CONCLUSIONS Online interventions may be a potential tool for health care in this hospitalized population. TRIAL REGISTRATION Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (ANZCTR): ACTRN12614001147673; https://www.anzctr.org.au/Trial/Registration/TrialReview.aspx?id=366829&isReview=true (Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/6qg26u3En).
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- Sam McCrabb
- School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia
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- School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia
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- School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia.,Hunter Medical Research Institute, University of Newcastle, New Lambton, Australia.,Department of General Medicine, John Hunter Hospital, New Lambton Heights, Australia
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- School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia.,Department of Traumatology, John Hunter Hospital, New Lambton Heights, Australia
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- Department of Traumatology, John Hunter Hospital, New Lambton Heights, Australia
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- Hunter Medical Research Institute, University of Newcastle, New Lambton, Australia
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- Whitlam Orthopaedic Research Centre, Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, Liverpool Hospital, Liverpool, Australia.,South Western Sydney Clinical School, Faculty of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Liverpool, Australia
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- Whitlam Orthopaedic Research Centre, Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, Liverpool Hospital, Liverpool, Australia.,South Western Sydney Clinical School, Faculty of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Liverpool, Australia
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- School of Human, Health and Social Sciences, Central Queensland University, Brisbane, Australia
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- Centre for Medicine Use and Safety, Monash University, Parkville, Australia
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- School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia.,Hunter New England Population Health, Wallsend, Australia
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- School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia
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- School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia
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Paul CL, Boyes AW, O'Brien L, Baker AL, Henskens FA, Roos I, Clinton-McHarg T, Bellamy D, Colburn G, Rose S, Cox ME, Fradgley EA, Baird H, Barker D. Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial of Proactive Web-Based Versus Telephone-Based Information and Support: Can Electronic Platforms Deliver Effective Care for Lung Cancer Patients? JMIR Res Protoc 2016; 5:e202. [PMID: 27784648 PMCID: PMC5103105 DOI: 10.2196/resprot.6248] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2016] [Revised: 08/30/2016] [Accepted: 09/20/2016] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Background Community-based services such as telephone support lines can provide valuable informational, emotional, and practical support for cancer patients via telephone- or Web-based (live chat or email) platforms. However, very little rigorous research has examined the efficacy of such services in improving patient outcomes. Objective This study will determine whether: proactive telephone or Web-delivered support produces outcomes superior to printed information; and Web-delivered support produces outcomes comparable to telephone support. Methods A consecutive sample of 501 lung cancer outpatients will be recruited from 50 Australian health services to participate in a patient-randomized controlled trial (RCT). Eligible individuals must: be 18 years or older; have received a lung cancer diagnosis (including mesothelioma) within the previous 4 months; have an approximate life expectancy of at least 6 months; and have Internet access. Participants will be randomly allocated to receive: (1) an information booklet, (2) proactive telephone support, or (3) proactive Web support, chat, and/or email. The primary patient outcomes will be measured by the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12) and Health Education and Impact Questionnaire (heiQ) at 3 and 6 months post recruitment. The acceptability of proactive recruitment strategies will also be assessed. Results It is hypothesized that participants receiving telephone or Web support will report reduced distress (GHQ-12 scores that are 0.3 standard deviations (SD) lower) and greater self-efficacy (heiQ scores that are 0.3 SDs higher) than participants receiving booklets. Individuals receiving Web support will report heiQ scores within 0.29 SDs of individuals receiving telephone support. Conclusions If proven effective, electronic approaches such as live-chat and email have the potential to increase the accessibility and continuity of supportive care delivered by community-based services. This evidence may also inform the redesigning of helpline-style services to be effective and responsive to patient needs.
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- Christine L Paul
- Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia.
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Disease isolation: The challenges faced by mothers living with multiple myeloma in rural and regional Australia. Eur J Oncol Nurs 2014; 19:148-53. [PMID: 25453361 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejon.2014.10.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2014] [Revised: 09/29/2014] [Accepted: 10/06/2014] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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PURPOSE To explore the interrelationship of two challenging aspects of the cancer experience: the diagnosis and experience of younger women living with multiple myeloma, and their geographical disadvantage. METHOD A cross-sectional retrospective qualitative methodology was employed. Five women with dependent children and a diagnosis of myeloma, living in rural and regional Australia, were interviewed using a semi-structured technique. Interpretative phenomenological analysis provided the foundation for the data analysis and interpretation. RESULTS The central concept of disease isolation emerged from the data and captured the interrelationship of the experience of living with a rare cancer, while living in a rural and regional area of Australia. Three strong themes emerged: 1) isolation due to living with a rare cancer, 2) isolation within the myeloma population, and 3) isolation due to the disease effects and treatment. In the context of these results, isolation depicted the sense of being alone or separated, both physically and psychologically, from potential sources of support, and of being different from others (both patients with cancer and patients with myeloma), which presented barriers to accessing support. CONCLUSION The interrelationship of geographical isolation and living with multiple myeloma underpins the core issues relating to the main themes. Understanding the issues confronting younger women with myeloma living in rural and regional of Australia may assist health professionals to improve support for women in this situation.
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Waller A, Forshaw K, Bryant J, Mair S. Interventions for preparing patients for chemotherapy and radiotherapy: a systematic review. Support Care Cancer 2014; 22:2297-308. [DOI: 10.1007/s00520-014-2303-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2014] [Accepted: 05/26/2014] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Rood JAJ, Eeltink CM, van Zuuren FJ, Verdonck-de Leeuw IM, Huijgens PC. Perceived need for information of patients with haematological malignancies: a literature review. J Clin Nurs 2014; 24:353-69. [DOI: 10.1111/jocn.12630] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/24/2014] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Janneke AJ Rood
- Department of Haematology (pk 2 br 018); VU University Medical Center; Amsterdam The Netherlands
- Department of Internal Medicine; Medical Center; Alkmaar
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- Department of Haematology (pk 2 br 018); VU University Medical Center; Amsterdam The Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Psychology; University of Amsterdam; Amsterdam The Netherlands
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- Department of Haematology (pk 2 br 018); VU University Medical Center; Amsterdam The Netherlands
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Yap KYL, Chia Y, Low XH, Chan A. Technological preferences of aging cancer patients for delivery services and devices to solve drug-related problems in oncology. Support Care Cancer 2014; 22:2733-40. [PMID: 24801346 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-014-2266-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2014] [Accepted: 04/22/2014] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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AIM To identify the technological preferences of aging cancer patients with regard to the delivery services and devices for preventing/solving three common drug-related problems (DRPs): medication nonadherence, lack of knowledge in medications, and side effects management. METHODS A survey was conducted at a cancer center from May to August 2011. Delivery services included in the interviewer-administered questionnaire included voice-activated dispensing, voice reminders, electronic messages, helplines, and mobile phone applications, among others. Three devices were proposed-watches, bracelets, and mobile phones. Descriptive statistics and chi-square tests were performed. RESULTS A total of 361 surveys were analyzed. Median age of respondents was 61 years. The majority of respondents were female (57.3 %), Chinese (88.9 %), and 65 years and younger (73.4 %). More than half (59.0-63.2 %) were receptive to the use of the delivery services. Patients preferred voice reminder alerts (28.0 %) and electronic messages (17.7 %) to help with their medication nonadherence, and helplines for medications (52.6 %) and side effects management (47.4 %). Higher educated patients were more likely to want delivery services to improve their medication adherence (p = 0.045) and knowledge in medications management (p = 0.050). Middle age patients (age 50-65) were also more likely to want delivery services for the latter DRP (p = 0.009). Among those who wanted delivery services, most preferred mobile phones. CONCLUSION Middle age and elderly cancer patients are accepting of delivery services to help them with their DRPs. With middle aged patients being more receptive of the delivery services, technology can potentially play an important role in minimizing DRPs.
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- Kevin Yi-Lwern Yap
- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Science, National University of Singapore, Block S4, 18 Science Drive 4, Singapore, 117543, Singapore
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Smits R, Bryant J, Sanson-Fisher R, Tzelepis F, Henskens F, Paul C, Stevenson W. Tailored and integrated Web-based tools for improving psychosocial outcomes of cancer patients: the DoTTI development framework. J Med Internet Res 2014; 16:e76. [PMID: 24641991 PMCID: PMC3971205 DOI: 10.2196/jmir.2849] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2013] [Revised: 11/14/2013] [Accepted: 01/20/2014] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Effective communication with cancer patients and their families about their disease, treatment options, and possible outcomes may improve psychosocial outcomes. However, traditional approaches to providing information to patients, including verbal information and written booklets, have a number of shortcomings centered on their limited ability to meet patient preferences and literacy levels. New-generation Web-based technologies offer an innovative and pragmatic solution for overcoming these limitations by providing a platform for interactive information seeking, information sharing, and user-centered tailoring. OBJECTIVE The primary goal of this paper is to discuss the advantages of comprehensive and iterative Web-based technologies for health information provision and propose a four-phase framework for the development of Web-based information tools. METHODS The proposed framework draws on our experience of constructing a Web-based information tool for hematological cancer patients and their families. The framework is based on principles for the development and evaluation of complex interventions and draws on the Agile methodology of software programming that emphasizes collaboration and iteration throughout the development process. RESULTS The DoTTI framework provides a model for a comprehensive and iterative approach to the development of Web-based informational tools for patients. The process involves 4 phases of development: (1) Design and development, (2) Testing early iterations, (3) Testing for effectiveness, and (4) Integration and implementation. At each step, stakeholders (including researchers, clinicians, consumers, and programmers) are engaged in consultations to review progress, provide feedback on versions of the Web-based tool, and based on feedback, determine the appropriate next steps in development. CONCLUSIONS This 4-phase framework is evidence-informed and consumer-centered and could be applied widely to develop Web-based programs for a diverse range of diseases.
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Ashley L, Jones H, Thomas J, Newsham A, Downing A, Morris E, Brown J, Velikova G, Forman D, Wright P. Integrating patient reported outcomes with clinical cancer registry data: a feasibility study of the electronic Patient-Reported Outcomes From Cancer Survivors (ePOCS) system. J Med Internet Res 2013; 15:e230. [PMID: 24161667 PMCID: PMC3841364 DOI: 10.2196/jmir.2764] [Citation(s) in RCA: 69] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2013] [Revised: 08/13/2013] [Accepted: 09/07/2013] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Background Routine measurement of Patient Reported Outcomes (PROs) linked with clinical data across the patient pathway is increasingly important for informing future care planning. The innovative electronic Patient-reported Outcomes from Cancer Survivors (ePOCS) system was developed to integrate PROs, collected online at specified post-diagnostic time-points, with clinical and treatment data in cancer registries. Objective This study tested the technical and clinical feasibility of ePOCS by running the system with a sample of potentially curable breast, colorectal, and prostate cancer patients in their first 15 months post diagnosis. Methods Patients completed questionnaires comprising multiple Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) via ePOCS within 6 months (T1), and at 9 (T2) and 15 (T3) months, post diagnosis. Feasibility outcomes included system informatics performance, patient recruitment, retention, representativeness and questionnaire completion (response rate), patient feedback, and administration burden involved in running the system. Results ePOCS ran efficiently with few technical problems. Patient participation was 55.21% (636/1152) overall, although varied by approach mode, and was considerably higher among patients approached face-to-face (61.4%, 490/798) than by telephone (48.8%, 21/43) or letter (41.0%, 125/305). Older and less affluent patients were less likely to join (both P<.001). Most non-consenters (71.1%, 234/329) cited information technology reasons (ie, difficulty using a computer). Questionnaires were fully or partially completed by 85.1% (541/636) of invited participants at T1 (80 questions total), 70.0% (442/631) at T2 (102-108 questions), and 66.3% (414/624) at T3 (148-154 questions), and fully completed at all three time-points by 57.6% (344/597) of participants. Reminders (mainly via email) effectively prompted responses. The PROs were successfully linked with cancer registry data for 100% of patients (N=636). Participant feedback was encouraging and positive, with most patients reporting that they found ePOCS easy to use and that, if asked, they would continue using the system long-term (86.2%, 361/419). ePOCS was not administratively burdensome to run day-to-day, and patient-initiated inquiries averaged just 11 inquiries per month. Conclusions The informatics underlying the ePOCS system demonstrated successful proof-of-concept – the system successfully linked PROs with registry data for 100% of the patients. The majority of patients were keen to engage. Participation rates are likely to improve as the Internet becomes more universally adopted. ePOCS can help overcome the challenges of routinely collecting PROs and linking with clinical data, which is integral for treatment and supportive care planning and for targeting service provision.
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- Laura Ashley
- School of Social, Psychological and Communication Sciences, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Leeds Metropolitan University, Leeds, United Kingdom.
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