Browse the full list below of research conducted by Health Union that has been accepted and published across peer-reviewed academic journals and conferences.
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Using qualitative analysis to assess a model of support for online health communities for people living with chronic health conditions
This analysis suggests that the structural elements of the online health community model, including active site moderation, support high levels of community engagement and information sharing and mutual support of OHC participants.
Differentiating characteristics of patients seeking a second opinion: A survey on non-small cell lung cancer patients
The findings of this study suggest that regardless of the diagnosing physician, late-stage NSCLC patients and those with no smoking history are more likely to seek a second opinion as compared to early-stage patients and those who have a history of smoking.
Relapse prevalence, symptoms, and health care engagement: Patient insights from the Multiple Sclerosis In America 2017 survey
The results of this study indicate the benefits of timely touchpoints on both the part of the patient and HCP during relapse include the relationship between higher frequency of engagement with lower relapse frequency and more discussion of both relapse-related and MS-related discussion topics.
Facebook…the destination for health information? Understanding chronic disease patients use of social media and online health information
This abstract was published in 2017 showcasing data from Health Union’s Online Health Information survey.
Patient-reported experiences regarding healthcare-related cost discussions with their healthcare professionals
The results of this study suggest that significant differences were noted in patient-initiated cost discussion as compared to HCP-initiated cost discussions.
More is not always better: an epidemiological assessment of migraine frequency and the impact on relationships
Results of this study suggest that as migraine frequency increased, negative impact on relationships also increased.
Focused HCP discussion and proactive education on relapse identification and management improves patient reporting and timely treatment of MS relapse
Partnering with Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals, this abstract was published at the CMSC Annual Meeting, showcasing data from Health Union’s Multiple Sclerosis In America 2017 survey.
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