Health Education Platform Research Articles

Optimizing a digital health education platform for the elderly: influences on annotation and interaction design

Optimizing a digital health education platform for the elderly: influences on annotation and interaction design

Process evaluation of an mHealth-based school education program to reduce salt intake scaling up in China (EduSaltS): a mixed methods study using the RE-AIM framework

BackgroundAn mHealth-based school health education platform (EduSaltS) was promoted in real-world China to reduce salt intake among children and their families. This progress evaluation explores its implementation process and influencing factors using mixed methods.MethodsThe mixed-methods process evaluation employed the RE-AIM framework. Quantitative data were collected from a management website monitoring 54,435 third-grade students across two cities. Questionnaire surveys (n = 27,542) assessed pre- and post-education effectiveness. Mixed-effects models were used to control cluster effects. Qualitative interviews (23 individuals and 8 focus groups) identified program performance, facilitators, and barriers. Findings were triangulated using the RE-AIM framework.ResultsThe program achieved 100% participation among all the third-grade classes of the 208 invited primary schools, with a 97.7% registration rate among all the 54,435 families, indicating high "Reach." Qualitative interviews revealed positive engagement from children and parents through the "small hands leading big hands" strategy. The high completion rate of 84.9% for each health cloud lesson and the significant improvement in salt reduction knowledge and behaviors scores from 75.0 (95%CI: 74.7–75.3) to 80.9 (95%CI: 80.6–81.2) out of 100 demonstrated the "Effect" of EduSaltS. The program's "Adoption" and "Implementation" were supported by attractive materials, reduced workload via auto-delivered lessons/activities and performance evaluation, and high fidelity to recommended activities, with medians 3.0 (IQR: 2.0–8.0)/class and 9.0 (IQR: 5.0–14.0)/school. Stable course completion rates (79.4%-93.4%) over one year indicated promising "Maintenance." Apart from the facilitating features praised by the interviewees, government support was the basis for the scaling up of EduSaltS. Barriers included the lack of smartphone skills among some parents and competing priorities for schools. Unhealthy off-campus environments, such as excessive use of salt in pre-packaged and restaurant foods, also hindered salt reduction efforts. The program's scalability was evident through its integration into existing health education, engagement of local governments and adaptation across various mobile devices.ConclusionsThe mHealth-based school health education program is scalable and effective for public salt reduction in China. Identified barriers and facilitators can inform future health program scale-ups. The program's successful implementation demonstrates its potential for broader application in public health initiatives aimed at reducing dietary salt intake.

TikTok and teen mental health: an analysis of user-generated content and engagement.

TikTok is a social media mobile application that is widely used by adolescents, and has the potential to serve as a revolutionary platform for public and mental health discourse, education, and intervention. Our study aimed to describe the content and engagement metrics of the hashtag #teenmentalhealth on TikTok. In this study, we: (a) conducted a directed content analysis of the Top 100 TikTok videos tagged with #teenmentalhealth, and (b) collected data on video engagements (views, likes, saves, and shares) and computed view-based engagement rates. The videos collectively garnered 144,320,591 views; 28,289,655 likes; 219,780 comments; 1,971,492 saves; and 478,696 shares. Most of the generated content were from teens and therapists. Engagement metrics revealed strong user engagement rates across user types. The most prevalent content categories represented across videos were personal experience, coping techniques or treatment, humor, interpersonal relationships, and health campaign. The content categories with the highest engagement rates were relatable media representation, health campaign, social isolation, and humor. Only a single video incorporated evidence-based treatment content. TikTok facilitates communication and information dissemination on teen mental health. Future research should focus on improving the quality and credibility of digital content while maintaining engagement through creativity, self-expression, and relatability. Use of popular social media platforms and community-engaged research to disseminate evidence-based content may help bridge the translational research gap.

Using Cloud Healthcare to Improve Home Learning Efficacy in Congenital Heart Disease Infants

During the COVID-19 pandemic, visitation restrictions in line with infection control policies curtailed opportunities for family members to learn essential caregiving skills in the intensive care unit. This limitation decreased satisfaction among family members, possibly indicating their increased difficulties in care due to the lack of face-to-face guidance. Thus, increasing family member understanding of and ability to apply learning content without direct interaction presents a significant and urgent challenge. Moreover, because of lack of caregiving confidence, some family members may be reluctant to facilitate the discharge of critically ill patients, causing delays in discharge planning. These challenges underscore the obstacles faced by nursing health education during the pandemic. This study was designed to utilize cloud technology to enhance the knowledge and skills of families caring for infants with congenital heart disease at home and to assess their satisfaction with the associated homecare learning platform. Based on our hospital's cloud-based health education platform, a series of personalized instructional video materials was developed for families of infants with congenital heart disease. These materials cover comprehensively the entire treatment process, from diagnosis to post-discharge home care skills, for these patients. To facilitate autonomous learning, the videos in this series were made accessible to the families anytime, anywhere via personal devices such as smartphones and tablets. Concurrently, a chatbot tool was integrated to provide guidance on inpatient care for infants with congenital heart disease, including fundamental aspects of newborn care, with the aim of equipping parents and caregivers with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide basic post-discharge care. To ensure the families acquired personalized care skills, after completing the learning modules, practical bedside training sessions incorporating knowledge and skills assessments were organized for family members. After project implementation, the average knowledge score for family members increased significantly from 79.1 to 100 (perfect score). The proportion of family members proficient in executing caregiving techniques autonomously also rose impressively from 30% to 95%. Furthermore, average overall satisfaction with cloud-based technology-assisted caregiving learning among the family members rose 31.4% from 3.5 to 4.6. This project represents a viable solution to providing clinical nursing guidance independent of the constraints of time and location, and effectively enhances homecare-skill-related learning outcomes in family members, especially with regard to caring for infants with congenital heart disease.

Implementasi Platform Edukasi Pada Klinik Medikasih Pondok Kelapa Jakarta Timur

Medikasih Clinic, which is located in Pondok Kelapa Village, Duren Sawit District, East Jakarta City, Special Capital Region of Jakarta, currently relies on a paid platform to manage clinic operations. However, there is no specific health education platform available for patients/customers, and the importance of improving the quality of health services at this clinic is highly recognized. To overcome these challenges, the service team plans to launch a web-based health education platform. This platform aims to support increased patient participation and health literacy by presenting health information from various medical sources. Based on the analysis of popular medical record diagnoses at Medikasih Clinic, we are determined to provide users with easy and reliable access to understanding health conditions, preventive measures, and healthy lifestyle practices. In conclusion, the development of this platform is a progressive step to create a positive impact. A focus on increasing health literacy and patient participation will create a society that is more informed and involved in personal health management. Our recommendation is to engage health experts and specialists to contribute educational content, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the information presented

HealthCare education Platform

Our health education platform is designed to provide reliable health information and resources in a user-friendly manner. It features a responsive web design using modern technologies for seamless browsing. The backend utilizes Django or Express.js for robust logic and database handling, with PostgreSQL or MongoDB for efficient data storage. Elasticsearch or Solr powers fast and accurate search functionality. Secure authentication and authorization are ensured through JWT or OAuth. Comments and feedback are managed with moderation tools and notifications. Performance is optimized with monitoring tools, caching, and CDN integration. Scalability is achieved through cloud infrastructure and load balancing. Comprehensive security measures include HTTPS encryption and regular audits. The platform allows users to explore a wide range of health-related content, including articles, blogs, and expert opinions, with personalized content suggestions. By offering a comprehensive and user-friendly platform, we aim to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their health and well-being.

Innovating Online Otolaryngology: The Development of the ENT Content Engagement and Quality Index for Audiovisual Material.

Introduction The advent of social media platforms, notably TikTok, has significantly transformed the landscape of health information dissemination, offering both opportunities and challenges for public health communication. This study focuses on TikTok's influence on sinus health information, addressing the dual challenge of widespread engagement and the risk of misinformation in otolaryngology, or ENT (ear-nose-throat), information online. We introduce the ENT Content Engagement and Quality Index (ENT-CEQI), a pioneering tool designed to assess the quality and engagement of ENT-related content on TikTok, aiming to improve public understanding of sinus health. Materials and methods Our methodology involved a systematic analysis of sinus health-related content on TikTok. We collected data on the top 100 most popular videos using the hashtag #sinus at two different points in time, analyzing engagement metrics and content quality. The ENT-CEQI was developed to evaluate content, incorporating both quantitative engagement metrics (views, likes, comments, shares, favorites) and qualitative assessments (accuracy, clarity, relevance, practicality, engagement). The study employed statistical analyses, including trend analysis, correlation analysis, principal component analysis (PCA), KMeans clustering, regression analysis, and the Kruskal-Wallis test, to understand the dynamics of content engagement and quality. Results Initial findings revealed significant disparities in engagement metrics and quality scores among different content creator categories, with physician-generated content showing the highest engagement and quality. The trend analysis indicated shifts in content popularity and quality over time, with a notable increase in views and likes for private company content. The PCA and clustering analyses identified distinct content clusters, offering insights into viewer engagement patterns. Regression analysis and the Kruskal-Wallis test, however, did not find significant predictors (p-value: 0.3916) of content quality or differences in likes across content types, suggesting complex factors influencing content engagement and quality perception. Discussion The study highlights TikTok's potential and pitfalls in disseminating sinus health information. The introduction of the ENT-CEQI represents a major step toward enhancing the evaluation of health content on social media, emphasizing the importance of accuracy, clarity, and relevance in public health communication. The analysis underscores the complexity of social media engagement and the need for robust tools to assess content quality. It also points to the critical role of healthcare professionals in engaging with the public through social media to combat misinformation. Conclusions TikTok serves as a potent platform for sinus health education, capable of reaching wide and diverse audiences. The ENT-CEQI emerges as a vital tool for assessing the quality and engagement of ENT-related content, guiding content creators toward producing more reliable and informative content. This study contributes to the understanding of social media's role in health communication, advocating for the strategic use of innovative tools such as the ENT-CEQI to enhance public health outcomes through improved online health education and misinformation management.

Design of Interactive Health Promotion Portal Prototype at House of Health Promotion TeFa

TeFa House of Health Promotion at Polije is a Teaching Factory that is currently initiated by the Health Department's Health Promotion study program. This TeFa serves as a platform for health communication, information, and education, as well as a space for research and the dissemination of research findings by faculty and students. Based on the conducted situation analysis, TeFa Health Promotion House currently lacks integration of communication, information, and education media into health promotion activities. This deficiency leads to suboptimal management of health media content. The aim of this research is to create a web portal design for this problem. The method used to develop this portal design is the User-Centered Design method. The results of testing and design analysis conclude that the portal design developed aligns with user expectations. The main features include Articles, Consultations, Videos, Audio, and Polls. For further research, the design can be expanded into an application

Social media use and health promotion among cancer survivors.

Social media is becoming recognized as an effective platform for cancer health promotion, education, care, and support. However, its utility as a health promotion tool remains relatively unexplored. Using cross-sectional data from the 2017-2020 Health Information National Trends Survey, we evaluated health-related usage of social media among cancer survivors and individuals without a history of cancer. We also examined the participant characteristics associated with social media usage and evaluated therelationship between social media use and positive health behaviors among the cancer survivors. Overall, cancer survivors (n=2579) were as likely as individuals without a history of cancer to use social media for health promotion. Males [OR 0.65; 95% CI (0.45, 0.93)] and older adults (>60years old) [OR 0.27; 95% CI(0.10, 0.77)] were less likely to use social media, while higher income [OR 2.27; 95% CI (1.05, 4.92) middle income; OR 1.90; 95% CI (1.17, 3.09) high income] and educational levels [OR 3.29; 95% CI (1.85, 5.84) some college; OR 2.36; 95% CI (1.30, 4.28) college graduate or more] were associated with more health-related social media use among survivors. Cancer survivors used social media for online support groups more than other individuals, and those who used at least one form of social media for health-related purposes increasingly meet national recommendations for strength training compared to non-users [OR 2.15; 95% CI (1.48, 3.13)]. Our findings demonstrate the potential utility of social media to promote positive health behaviors among cancer survivors. Further research is needed to describe the efficacy of social media-based interventions for improving health behaviors in diverse cancer populations.

Abstract A019: Busting myths in healthcare: Establishment of a bilingual health education platform in a border community

Abstract Introduction: The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) El Paso Health Education and Awareness Team (EP-HEATTM) was established in 2020, focusing on disseminating bilingual (English/Spanish) health education material to the border community. A co-production effort was established with EP-HEAT consisting of TTUHSC El Paso students, faculty, and Promotoras, also known as Community Health Workers. These events allow students to interact directly with the community and serve as healthcare educators to better prepare them for the community-facing aspects of being a physician and developing a professional identity. The goal of this project was to provide an environment where community members, students, Promotoras and healthcare experts work together to identify and dispel myths in healthcare. Methods: The EP-HEAT students and Promotoras work collaboratively with community members to identify myths in healthcare field, including cancer and treatment for the Hispanic population.​ Students then identify experts in the healthcare field who can address the myths. The promotoras invite community members to attend the event and finally, the Myth Busters event occurs in a pseudo-talk-show manner. Students and Promotoras, serve as the hosts, interviewing the expert in the field in a bilingual (English/Spanish format), with the audience being he community members. Results: Community members who attended the Myth Buster events received a survey to obtain demographic data, identify the motivation behind attendance, and evaluate the benefit and effectiveness of the event. Our results showed that 81% of our attendees identified as Hispanic, with 45% older than 46 years old. Discussion: An unanswered question that is pending is whether attending the Myth Buster events enabled community members to seek out additional resources for the identified healthcare topics (such as vaccinations, antibiotics, and Diabetes/healthy living) for example. We also need to determine whether students’ professionalism and networking increased as a result of the events. Citation Format: Sara Mansour, Lorena Fernandez, Jesse Allen, Veeravenkata Garikiparthy, Laura Renovato, Maria Land, Ricardo Belmares, Tanis Hogg, Nathan Holland, Jessica Chacon. Busting myths in healthcare: Establishment of a bilingual health education platform in a border community [abstract]. In: Proceedings of the 16th AACR Conference on the Science of Cancer Health Disparities in Racial/Ethnic Minorities and the Medically Underserved; 2023 Sep 29-Oct 2;Orlando, FL. Philadelphia (PA): AACR; Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev 2023;32(12 Suppl):Abstract nr A019.

Broadcast health: Leveraging YouTube for community health education.

In community health, there is great demand but limited time for the delivery of staff and patient education. During the COVID-19 pandemic, evolving needs necessitated that health education be provided in an accurate and timely manner. This paper describes the development, implementation, and evaluation of a YouTube channel designed to disseminate health education to a wide audience of public health workers and patient populations. This project, divided into three phases, originated within shelter-based care, providing education to shelter staff (Phase 1) and overtime has evolved to provide education within the Community Health Worker Hub at a major teaching hospital for community health workers (Phase 2) and the populations they serve (Phase 3). Further, during phase 3, the project developer used an artificial intelligence (AI) platform to increase the reach of the YouTube channel. Over a span of 21 months, 18 unique videos have garnered 489 views. Clinicians and educators can leverage technology platforms for health education delivery, increasing the reach of their work while meeting the demands of the profession. While the quality of some information on YouTube may be poor, patients and students turn to this platform for health education. It is imperative that public health nurses embrace this medium, rather than push against it. By creating high-quality content, educating students and patients about DISCERN and PEMAT tools, and guiding patients to credible sources, public health nurses may ameliorate the standards of health education on YouTube.

Navigating Digital Dermatology: An Analysis of Acne-Related Content on TikTok.

Background With TikTok's rising popularity as a hub for health information dissemination, the quality and nature of such content require assessment. This study investigates the popularity and quality of the top 100 most-liked videos tagged with "#acne" on TikTok. This study aims to examine the engagement and quality of acne-related content on TikTok, assess contributions from diverse sources, including physicians and non-physicians, and guide healthcare professionals in leveraging this platform for public health education. Methodology A cross-sectional analysis of the top 100 most-liked videos tagged with "#acne" on TikTok as of June 7, 2023, was conducted. Parameters assessed included the profession of the creator, gender, specialty, content type, and other observable characteristics. The quality was measured using the DISCERN tool. Results Of the dataset, 38 videos were by physicians and 29 by non-physicians. Physician-created content had higher mean views, likes, comments, shares, and favorites than non-physician-created content. Videos by dermatologists and non-dermatologists received similar engagement. Videos sharing personal experiences achieved the highest DISCERN score. Overall, DISCERN scores were uniformly low across all categories. Conclusions Physicians, especially dermatologists, are trusted sources of acne-related information on TikTok. The study underscores the need for professionals to provide reliable, evidence-based information on such platforms, guiding effective health communication in the digital age.

Practice of Intelligent Platform for Mental Health Education in Colleges Based on Automatic Identification and Retrieval Algorithm of Philosophical Texts

Image retrieval based on semantic correlation analysis of philosophical texts and extended retrieval of similar images based on SIFT features. According to the analysis of natural language processing technology, the keywords and their semantic associations in the user's text requirements are obtained. The dynamic transmission and transformation of text value under the influence of multi-system factors outside the text is the premise and basic feature of system reconstruction. The author tries to use psychological sitcoms to explore a participatory, experiential, and situational mental health education method, and guide students to discover, analyze and solve psychological problems by themselves, so as to know themselves, understand others, gain self-growth, and promote health. For the development of body and mind, use genetic algorithm to design paragraph retrieval algorithm, use the search algorithm of philosophical text to query the feature extraction of mental health of college students, and then use the index algorithm to carry out text modeling and philosophical development.

A Qualitative Study to Inform Adaptation of MyPEEPS Mobile for Transmasculine Youth

Transmasculine youth, ages 13-18 years, who reported attraction to or sex with cisgender men were recruited to participate in focus groups in four major cities in the United States. Overall, participants found MyPEEPS Mobile to be a useful educational platform for sexual health education. Participants discussed expansions of the MyPEEPS Mobile App to address interpersonal concerns and provision of a holistic approach to health promotion for transmasculine youth. Detailed suggestions for improvement included personalization; transmasculine inclusivity and relatability; expansion of population-specific educational components; and improvements to functionality, images, and graphics. While MyPEEPS Mobile has educational components, adaptations are needed to address specific needs of TMY and optimize user-centered design for feasibility and efficacy. If tailored to the lives of transmasculine youth, MyPEEPS has the potential to promote HIV preventive behavior.

Utilizing community InfoSpots for health education: perspectives and experiences in Migoli and Izazi, Tanzania.

Limited access to health education can be a barrier for reaching the Sustainable Development Goals, especially in rural communities in sub-Saharan Africa. We addressed this gap by installing community information spots (InfoSpots) with access to the internet and a locally stored digital health education platform (the platform) in Migoli and Izazi, Tanzania. The objective of this case study was to explore the perspectives and experiences of InfoSpot users and non-users in these communities. We conducted 35 semi-structured interviews with participants living, working or studying in Migoli or Izazi in February 2020 and subsequently analysed the data using content analysis. The 25 InfoSpot users reported variations in use patterns. Users with more education utilized the platform for their own health education and that of others, in addition to internet surfing. High school students also used the platform for practicing English, in addition to health education. Most InfoSpot users found the platform easy to use; however, those with less education received guidance from other users. Non-users reported that they would have used the InfoSpot with the platform if they had been aware of its existence. All participants reported a positive view of the digital health messages, especially animations as a health knowledge transfer tool. In conclusion, different and unintended use of the platform shows that the communities are creative in ways of utilizing the InfoSpots and gaining knowledge. The platform could have been used by more people if it had been promoted better in the communities.

Application of multi-specialty health education platform in perioperative health education for patients undergoing mixed hemorrhoids surgery

Application of multi-specialty health education platform in perioperative health education for patients undergoing mixed hemorrhoids surgery

Twitter Research Synthesis for Health Promotion: A Bibliometric Analysis.

Background:This study enriched our understanding by systematically reviewing knowledge management twitter health (KMTH) articles extracted from Web of Science (WoS) using cartography analysis through VOSviewer–for the last 11 years.Methods:A total of 798 KMTH articles were found from 2009 to 2019, analyzed based on the most cooccurrence keywords of KMTH articles.Results:Three clusters emerged through cartography analysis; Cluster 1: Twitter as health education and health promotion platform; Cluster 2: Twitter as public health promotion platform and Cluster 3: Twitter as health sentiment platform through big data and machine learning.Conclusion:This study opened new avenues for all health care providers to utilize Twitter as a KM platform to promote health care. This is the first bibliometric analysis of KMTH publications according to our best knowledge.

Application of multi-specialty health education platform in perioperative health education for patients undergoing mixed hemorrhoids surgery

Application of multi-specialty health education platform in perioperative health education for patients undergoing mixed hemorrhoids surgery

RETRACTED ARTICLE: Application of embedded network system and distributed database in children’s psychological education

In embedded systems, embedded database systems are widely used as carriers for storing, managing, and accessing data. In internal database applications, the data associated with the system may be available in different database systems in different locations. How to determine the exchange of data and the consistency of the data and how to verify the integrity of these databases have become increasingly prominent issues in the development of systems and applications. The embedded database distribution system is an integral part of the embedded database system. Distributed database is an organic combination of computer network and database system. The rapid development of communication and network technology has promoted the development of distributed databases, but at the same time, it has also increased the complexity of the security issues of distributed databases. How to effectively ensure the security of distributed databases is a key issue that needs to be solved urgently in distributed database applications. On this basis, it also analyzes relevant data and conducts research. This article introduces the embryonic form of children’s mental health education—the development of PCT services—and focuses on the development of current mobile resources and terminal children’s mental health education. Implementing the mental health education application program, after recognizing the needs of children, we designed a mental health education platform based on the promotion of information dissemination through the use of ubiquitous learning theories and integration of current learning trends. Use the now popular micro-communication method to be embedded in the system, thereby increasing the usability of the system. The application of wireless local area network improves the comfort of platform applications and provides users with a variety of communication methods, accompanied by strong security and practical services.

Analysis on the Practical Application Value of Information Health Education Platform in Hospitalized Patients

Analysis on the Practical Application Value of Information Health Education Platform in Hospitalized Patients