scholarly journals How Do Publicly Available Allergy-Specific Web-Based Training Programs Conform to the Established Criteria for the Reporting, Methods, and Content of Evidence-Based (Digital) Health Information and Education: Thematic Content Evaluation (Preprint)

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jonas Lander ◽  
Karin Drixler ◽  
Marie-Luise Dierks ◽  
Eva Maria Bitzer
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Training Programs ◽  
Digital Health ◽  
German Language ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
User Perspective ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Data Safety

BACKGROUND Allergic diseases, such as allergic asthma, rhinitis, and atopic eczema, are widespread, and they are a considerable burden on the health care system. For patients and health care professionals, Web-based training programs may be helpful to foster self-management and provide allergy-specific information, given, for instance, their good accessibility. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to assess an exploratory sample of publicly available allergy-specific Web-based training programs—that is, interactive, feedback-oriented Web-based training platforms promoting health behavior change and improvement of personal skills—with regard to (1) general characteristics, aims, and target groups and (2) the extent to which these tools meet established criteria for the reporting, methods, and content of evidence-based (digital) health information and education. METHODS Web-based training programs were identified via an initial Google search and a search of English and German language websites of medical and public health services, such as the European Centre for Allergy Research Foundation (German), Asthma UK, and Anaphylaxis Canada. We developed a checklist from (1) established guidelines for Web-based health information (eg, the Journal of the American Medical Association benchmarks, DISCERN criteria, and Health On the Net code) and (2) a database search of related studies. The checklist contained 44 items covering 11 domains in 3 areas: (1) content (completeness, transparency, and evidence), (2) structure (data safety and qualification of trainers and authors), and (3) impact (effectiveness, user perspective, and integration into health care). We rated the Web-based training programs as completely, partly, or not satisfying each checklist item and calculated overall and domain-specific scores for each Web-based training program using SPSS 23.0 (SPSS Inc). RESULTS The 15 identified Web-based training programs covered an average of 37% of the items (score 33 out of 88). A total of 7 Web-based training programs covered more than 40% (35/88; maximum: 49%; 43/88). A total of 5 covered 30% (26/88) to 40% (35/88) of all rated items and the rest covered fewer (n=3; lowest score 24%; 21/88). Items relating to intervention (58%; 10/18), content (49%; 9/18), and data safety (60%; 1/2) were more often considered, as opposed to user safety (10%; 0.4/4), qualification of staff (10%; 0.8/8), effectiveness (16%; 0.4/2), and user perspective (45%; 5/12). In addition, in 13 of 15 Web-based training programs, a minimum of 3 domains were not covered at all. Regarding evidence-based content, 46% of all Web-based training programs (7/15) scored on use of scientific research, 53% on regular information update (8/15), and 33% on provision of references (5/15). None of 15 provided details on the quality of references or the strength of evidence. CONCLUSIONS English and German language allergy-specific Web-based training programs, addressing lay audiences and health care professionals, conform only partly to established criteria for the reporting, methods, and content of evidence-based (digital) health information and education. Particularly, well-conducted studies on their effectiveness are missing.

scholarly journals How Do Publicly Available Allergy-Specific Web-Based Training Programs Conform to the Established Criteria for the Reporting, Methods, and Content of Evidence-Based (Digital) Health Information and Education: Thematic Content Evaluation

10.2196/12225 ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. e12225
Author(s):  
Jonas Lander ◽  
Karin Drixler ◽  
Marie-Luise Dierks ◽  
Eva Maria Bitzer
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Training Programs ◽  
Digital Health ◽  
German Language ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
User Perspective ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Data Safety

Background Allergic diseases, such as allergic asthma, rhinitis, and atopic eczema, are widespread, and they are a considerable burden on the health care system. For patients and health care professionals, Web-based training programs may be helpful to foster self-management and provide allergy-specific information, given, for instance, their good accessibility. Objective This study aimed to assess an exploratory sample of publicly available allergy-specific Web-based training programs—that is, interactive, feedback-oriented Web-based training platforms promoting health behavior change and improvement of personal skills—with regard to (1) general characteristics, aims, and target groups and (2) the extent to which these tools meet established criteria for the reporting, methods, and content of evidence-based (digital) health information and education. Methods Web-based training programs were identified via an initial Google search and a search of English and German language websites of medical and public health services, such as the European Centre for Allergy Research Foundation (German), Asthma UK, and Anaphylaxis Canada. We developed a checklist from (1) established guidelines for Web-based health information (eg, the Journal of the American Medical Association benchmarks, DISCERN criteria, and Health On the Net code) and (2) a database search of related studies. The checklist contained 44 items covering 11 domains in 3 areas: (1) content (completeness, transparency, and evidence), (2) structure (data safety and qualification of trainers and authors), and (3) impact (effectiveness, user perspective, and integration into health care). We rated the Web-based training programs as completely, partly, or not satisfying each checklist item and calculated overall and domain-specific scores for each Web-based training program using SPSS 23.0 (SPSS Inc). Results The 15 identified Web-based training programs covered an average of 37% of the items (score 33 out of 88). A total of 7 Web-based training programs covered more than 40% (35/88; maximum: 49%; 43/88). A total of 5 covered 30% (26/88) to 40% (35/88) of all rated items and the rest covered fewer (n=3; lowest score 24%; 21/88). Items relating to intervention (58%; 10/18), content (49%; 9/18), and data safety (60%; 1/2) were more often considered, as opposed to user safety (10%; 0.4/4), qualification of staff (10%; 0.8/8), effectiveness (16%; 0.4/2), and user perspective (45%; 5/12). In addition, in 13 of 15 Web-based training programs, a minimum of 3 domains were not covered at all. Regarding evidence-based content, 46% of all Web-based training programs (7/15) scored on use of scientific research, 53% on regular information update (8/15), and 33% on provision of references (5/15). None of 15 provided details on the quality of references or the strength of evidence. Conclusions English and German language allergy-specific Web-based training programs, addressing lay audiences and health care professionals, conform only partly to established criteria for the reporting, methods, and content of evidence-based (digital) health information and education. Particularly, well-conducted studies on their effectiveness are missing.

scholarly journals Evidence-based reporting, methods and content of allergy-specific digital training programs

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
J Lander ◽  
K Drixler ◽  
M L Dierks ◽  
E M Bitzer
Keyword(s):  
Health Information ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Training Programs ◽  
Digital Health ◽  
Public Health Issue ◽  
Specific Information ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Global Public Health ◽  
User Perspective ◽  
Digital Training

Abstract Background The World Allergy Organization frames allergies as a “major global public health issue”, due to the consistently high prevalence of, e.g., allergic rhinitis (up to 30%). Digital training programs (DTPs) may help fostering self-management and provide allergy-specific information, given, for instance, their good accessibility. We aimed to assess an exploratory sample of allergy-specific, interactive and feedback-oriented DTPs towards the extent to which these tools meet established criteria for the reporting, methods, and content of evidence-based (digital) health information. Methods We searched for DTPs via scientific databases and online sources and developed a checklist from established scientific guidelines for digital health information. The checklist contained 44 items covering 11 domains related to content (e.g. evidence-base), structure (e.g. trainer qualification) and impact (e.g. user perspective). Results 15 DTPs covered an average of 37% of the items (score 33/88). Items relating to intervention (58%), content (49%), and data safety (60%) were frequently considered, as opposed to user safety (10%), qualification of staff (10%), effectiveness (16%), and user perspective (45%). In 13 of 15 DTPs, a minimum of 3 domains were not covered at all. Regarding evidence-based content, 46% scored on use of scientific research, 53% on regular information update, and 33% on provision of references. Conclusions Allergy-specific DTPs conform only partly to established criteria for evidence-based (digital) health information and education. The named methodological and content-wise shortcomings pose considerable obstacles for users. While there have been related, general criticisms earlier, this study provides empirical evidence via the example of allergy-specific DTPs. Key messages For DTPs to add value, service providers and health information experts need to cooperate much closer to reduce the 'reporting vs. requirements' gap. Cooperation is also needed to agree essential methodological and content-wise features of DTPs and similar services.

scholarly journals Digital Presence of a Research Center as a Research Dissemination Platform: Reach and Resources

10.2196/11686 ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
pp. e11686 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah E Lord ◽  
Katherine M Seavey ◽  
Sonia D Oren ◽  
Alan J Budney ◽  
Lisa A Marsch
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Behavioral Health ◽  
Digital Health ◽  
Empirical Literature ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Research Dissemination ◽  
Digital Platforms ◽  
Web Presence ◽  
Industry Standards

Background Web-based platforms can be powerful tools for research dissemination. By leveraging the advantages of mass media and interpersonal channels of communication, Web-based dissemination platforms may improve awareness about, and subsequent adoption of, evidence-based practices (EBPs). Digital dissemination strategies can augment traditional dissemination models, improving stakeholder access to digestible and actionable information and promoting translation of EBPs. Objective This study aimed to describe the reach and content of the Web presence of a National Institute on Drug Abuse Center of Excellence and how it is used to disseminate research related to digital behavioral health approaches. Methods The Center for Technology and Behavioral Health (CTBH) has a website and regularly updated Facebook and Twitter accounts. The website features include summaries of digital behavioral health approaches and related empirical literature, a blog feed focused on the state of the science and technology concerning digital health care approaches, and a newsletter about Center activities. We extracted website usage metrics from Google Analytics and follower counts from social media accounts for the period from March 1, 2013, to July 17, 2018. Results Since the implementation of analytic tracking, 70,331 users have initiated 96,995 sessions on the CTBH website. The website includes summaries of 86 digital therapeutic programs, encompassing 447 empirical articles. There are 1160 posts in the CTBH blog feed, including 180 summaries of scholarly articles. The Twitter and Facebook accounts have 577 and 1500 followers, respectively. The newsletter has reached a growing subscriber network and has a high open rate relative to industry standards. Conclusions The CTBH Web presence serves as a model for how to leverage accessible and easily updatable digital platforms as research dissemination channels. Digital dissemination tools can augment traditional dissemination strategies to promote awareness about evidence-based digital therapeutic approaches for behavioral health and health care more broadly.

scholarly journals An Evidence-Based, Nursing Handover Standard for a Multisite Public Hospital in Switzerland: Web-Based, Modified Delphi Study

JMIR Nursing ◽  
10.2196/17876 ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. e17876
Author(s):  
Nadine Tacchini-Jacquier ◽  
Hélène Hertzog ◽  
Kilian Ambord ◽  
Peter Urben ◽  
Pierre Turini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Delphi Study ◽  
Public Hospital ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Modified Delphi ◽  
Evidence Based Nursing

Background Ineffective communication procedures create openings for errors when health care professionals fail to transfer complete, consistent information. Deficient or absent clinical handovers, or failures to transfer information, responsibility, and accountability, can have severe consequences for hospitalized patients. Clinical handovers are practiced every day, in many ways, in all institutional health care settings. Objective This study aimed to design an evidence-based, nursing handover standard for inpatients for use at shift changes or internal transfers between hospital wards. Methods We carried out a modified, multiround, web-based, Delphi data collection survey of an anonymized panel sample of 264 nurse experts working at a multisite public hospital in Switzerland. Each survey round was built on responses from the previous one. The surveys ended with a focus group discussion consisting of a randomly selected panel of participants to explain why items for the evidence-based clinical nursing handover standard were selected or not selected. Items had to achieve a consensus of ≥70% for selection and inclusion. Results The study presents the items selected by consensus for an evidence-based nursing handover standard for inpatients for use at shift changes or internal transfers. It also presents the reasons why survey items were or were not included. Conclusions This modified Delphi survey method enabled us to develop a consensus- and evidence-based nursing handover standard now being trialed at shift changes and the internal transfers of inpatients at our multisite public hospital in Switzerland.

Ubiquitous Information Therapy Service through Social Networking Libraries

2012 ◽  
pp. 673-688
Author(s):  
Vahideh Zarea Gavgani
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Right To Information ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Therapy Service

This chapter introduces a model for Information Therapy service through social networks. It discusses how health care providers including physicians, medical specialist and residents can prescribe reliable, evidence based health information to the patients in web 2.0 environment. How evidence based health information incorporated into freely available health information sources? How health information is disseminated to general public through collaboration of health information professional and health care professionals? How health literacy can be improved through social networking health information? And, how user driven health information is disseminated through web 2.0? Recent advances in Information and Communication Technology especially social applications of web 2.0 have given new possibilities and abilities to librarians in rendering better, faster and ubiquitous information services. At the same time, it has created an equivalent right to information for patients/care givers and health providers. Nowadays, the importance of availability and accessibility of health information in healthcare system is realized and emphasized by healthcare providers, policy makers as well as consumers. Provision of reliable, timely, evidence based, right health information to patients/caregivers/consumers in the course of Information Therapy is a necessity for National Health Systems in all countries. This chapter deals with the definition of Information Therapy, importance of information therapy, changes in the preference of information users on how to access right information, Web 2.0, application of Web 2.0 in rendering Information Therapy Service, and a proposal model for Information Therapy service through Web 2.0.

scholarly journals Supporting Good Intentions With Good Evidence: How to Increase the Benefits of Diabetes Social Media

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (5) ◽  
pp. 974-978 ◽  
Author(s):  
Claire Reidy ◽  
David C. Klonoff ◽  
Katharine D. Barnard-Kelly
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Social Media ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Personal Information ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Good Evidence ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Online Social Media ◽  
Practical Support

Social media provides a platform for easily accessible, relevant health information and emotional and practical support at the touch of a button for millions of people with diabetes. Therein however lies a challenge. The accuracy and reliability of such information is often unknown and unverified, not all interactions are deemed supportive; practically or emotionally, and not all members of society have equitable access. Cyber bullying, requests for personal information and uninvited sharing are among the risks associated with social media, yet the use of online social media is increasing exponentially. Such reliance on web-based health information has given rise to concerns about patients’ ability to accurately assess the credibility of online sources as well as the potential detrimental effect on personal well-being and patient-provider relations. In addition, there are rising digital disparities for particular subpopulations. Further, these concerns apply to where and how health care professionals should engage or refer patients to in terms of platforms of online support. There is little doubt regarding the popularity of social media, both within and outside of the health arena but there are also concerns. This article outlines five key areas associated with social media use in people living with diabetes and presents potential considerations moving forward. We focus on (1) social media as a platform for information and support; (2) social media interactions that are not supportive; (3) lessons from the DOC; (4) concerns about accuracy, reliability, and accessibility of information; and (5) differing priorities of health care professionals and patients.

scholarly journals An Evidence-Based, Nursing Handover Standard for a Multisite Public Hospital in Switzerland: Web-Based, Modified Delphi Study (Preprint)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nadine Tacchini-Jacquier ◽  
Hélène Hertzog ◽  
Kilian Ambord ◽  
Peter Urben ◽  
Pierre Turini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Delphi Study ◽  
Public Hospital ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Modified Delphi ◽  
Evidence Based Nursing

BACKGROUND Ineffective communication procedures create openings for errors when health care professionals fail to transfer complete, consistent information. Deficient or absent clinical handovers, or failures to transfer information, responsibility, and accountability, can have severe consequences for hospitalized patients. Clinical handovers are practiced every day, in many ways, in all institutional health care settings. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to design an evidence-based, nursing handover standard for inpatients for use at shift changes or internal transfers between hospital wards. METHODS We carried out a modified, multiround, web-based, Delphi data collection survey of an anonymized panel sample of 264 nurse experts working at a multisite public hospital in Switzerland. Each survey round was built on responses from the previous one. The surveys ended with a focus group discussion consisting of a randomly selected panel of participants to explain why items for the evidence-based clinical nursing handover standard were selected or not selected. Items had to achieve a consensus of ≥70% for selection and inclusion. RESULTS The study presents the items selected by consensus for an evidence-based nursing handover standard for inpatients for use at shift changes or internal transfers. It also presents the reasons why survey items were or were not included. CONCLUSIONS This modified Delphi survey method enabled us to develop a consensus- and evidence-based nursing handover standard now being trialed at shift changes and the internal transfers of inpatients at our multisite public hospital in Switzerland.

scholarly journals Digital Presence of a Research Center as a Research Dissemination Platform: Reach and Resources (Preprint)

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah E Lord ◽  
Katherine M Seavey ◽  
Sonia D Oren ◽  
Alan J Budney ◽  
Lisa A Marsch
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Behavioral Health ◽  
Digital Health ◽  
Empirical Literature ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Research Dissemination ◽  
Digital Platforms ◽  
Web Presence ◽  
Industry Standards

BACKGROUND Web-based platforms can be powerful tools for research dissemination. By leveraging the advantages of mass media and interpersonal channels of communication, Web-based dissemination platforms may improve awareness about, and subsequent adoption of, evidence-based practices (EBPs). Digital dissemination strategies can augment traditional dissemination models, improving stakeholder access to digestible and actionable information and promoting translation of EBPs. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to describe the reach and content of the Web presence of a National Institute on Drug Abuse Center of Excellence and how it is used to disseminate research related to digital behavioral health approaches. METHODS The Center for Technology and Behavioral Health (CTBH) has a website and regularly updated Facebook and Twitter accounts. The website features include summaries of digital behavioral health approaches and related empirical literature, a blog feed focused on the state of the science and technology concerning digital health care approaches, and a newsletter about Center activities. We extracted website usage metrics from Google Analytics and follower counts from social media accounts for the period from March 1, 2013, to July 17, 2018. RESULTS Since the implementation of analytic tracking, 70,331 users have initiated 96,995 sessions on the CTBH website. The website includes summaries of 86 digital therapeutic programs, encompassing 447 empirical articles. There are 1160 posts in the CTBH blog feed, including 180 summaries of scholarly articles. The Twitter and Facebook accounts have 577 and 1500 followers, respectively. The newsletter has reached a growing subscriber network and has a high open rate relative to industry standards. CONCLUSIONS The CTBH Web presence serves as a model for how to leverage accessible and easily updatable digital platforms as research dissemination channels. Digital dissemination tools can augment traditional dissemination strategies to promote awareness about evidence-based digital therapeutic approaches for behavioral health and health care more broadly.

Ubiquitous Information Therapy Service through Social Networking Libraries

2011 ◽  
pp. 446-461
Author(s):  
Vahideh Zarea Gavgani
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Right To Information ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Therapy Service

This chapter introduces a model for Information Therapy service through social networks. It discusses how health care providers including physicians, medical specialist and residents can prescribe reliable, evidence based health information to the patients in web 2.0 environment. How evidence based health information incorporated into freely available health information sources? How health information is disseminated to general public through collaboration of health information professional and health care professionals? How health literacy can be improved through social networking health information? And, how user driven health information is disseminated through web 2.0? Recent advances in Information and Communication Technology especially social applications of web 2.0 have given new possibilities and abilities to librarians in rendering better, faster and ubiquitous information services. At the same time, it has created an equivalent right to information for patients/care givers and health providers. Nowadays, the importance of availability and accessibility of health information in healthcare system is realized and emphasized by healthcare providers, policy makers as well as consumers. Provision of reliable, timely, evidence based, right health information to patients/caregivers/consumers in the course of Information Therapy is a necessity for National Health Systems in all countries. This chapter deals with the definition of Information Therapy, importance of information therapy, changes in the preference of information users on how to access right information, Web 2.0, application of Web 2.0 in rendering Information Therapy Service, and a proposal model for Information Therapy service through Web 2.0.

The Preschool Stuttering Screen for Health Care Professionals

2011 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 59-62
Author(s):  
Joseph Donaher ◽  
Christina Deery ◽  
Sarah Vogel
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Preschool Children ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Developmental Profile

Healthcare professionals require a thorough understanding of stuttering since they frequently play an important role in the identification and differential diagnosis of stuttering for preschool children. This paper introduces The Preschool Stuttering Screen for Healthcare Professionals (PSSHP) which highlights risk factors identified in the literature as being associated with persistent stuttering. By integrating the results of the checklist with a child’s developmental profile, healthcare professionals can make better-informed, evidence-based decisions for their patients.

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