Accepted for/Published in: Journal of Medical Internet Research
Date Submitted: Jun 18, 2024
Date Accepted: Dec 13, 2024
Technological-Based Interventions in Cancer: Factors Associated with the Use of Mobile Digital Wellness and Health Apps Among Cancer Information Seekers- A Cross-sectional Study
ABSTRACT
Background:
Mobile digital wellness and health apps play a significant role in optimizing health and aiding in cancer management and decision-making
Objective:
This study aims to identify the factors influencing the use of mobile health and wellness apps among cancer information seekers in the United States.
Methods:
We conducted a cross-sectional study of adults using data from the Health Information National Trends Survey (HINTS). We performed weighted univariate and multivariable logistic regression to determine the association between the use of health and wellness apps and socio-economic factors, medical history and conditions, and lifestyle and behavioral factors
Results:
Adults with a family history of cancer were more likely to use digital health and wellness apps compared to those without any family history of cancer (82.7% vs 17.3%). Participants with household incomes ≥ $50,000 had 49% higher adjusted odds of using these apps than those with incomes < $50,000 (aOR=1.49, 95% CI: 1.03 - 2.17). College graduates and those with higher educational levels were avid users compared to those with a high school diploma or less (aOR=1.84, 95% CI: 1.29 - 2.62). Internet users had over three times the odds of using these apps compared to non-users (aOR=3.31, 95% CI: 1.70 - 6.46).
Conclusions:
Age, education, household income, and use of the internet are the major determinants of the adoption of digital health and wellness apps among seekers of cancer information. Hence, public health programs could be directed toward addressing these factors to improve cancer diagnosis, treatment, and management using these apps Clinical Trial: None
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