Content evaluation of the inclusive eHealth guide: how to develop interventions for people with a lower socioeconomic position?
Frontiers in Digital Health, vol. 7, pp. 1528860
Abstract
Objectives: eHealth interventions favor those with higher socio-economic positions (SEPs). This can widen disparities, as people with lower SEPs may lack resources and face digital or financial barriers, making tailored solutions necessary. This study evaluates professionals' perceptions of the Inclusive eHealth Guide (IeG) regarding its content. The aim was to ensure it meets the needs of professionals and the targeted lower SEP demographic, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of eHealth interventions. Methods: This mixed-method study used qualitative research through semi-structured interviews and the think-aloud method with 13 professionals involved in eight different eHealth lifestyle interventions using the eHealth guide. Quantitative feedback was obtained through a survey with evaluative multiple-choice questions. Participants evaluated the IeG at various stages. They identified positive aspects and points for improvement, and provided recommendations for the guide's content and structure. Results: Participants valued the IeG's practicality and comprehensiveness, noting its usefulness in developing accessible eHealth solutions for populations with lower SEP. They suggested improving content clarity, expanding informational depth, and refining the guide's structure. Conclusions: The IeG has potential as a valuable tool for professionals developing eHealth interventions for lower SEP populations. Continuous refinement is crucial to ensure the guide remains relevant and effective, contributing to reducing health disparities.
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Faculty of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Leiden University, Leiden, Netherlands
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Faculty of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Leiden University, Leiden, Netherlands
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Jasper S Faber corresponding
Delft University of Technology
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Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering, Delft University of Technology, Delft, Netherlands
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Windesheim University of Applied Sciences
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Department of Health Care and Social Work, University of Applied Sciences Windesheim, Zwolle, Netherlands
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Erasmus MC · Capri Hartrevalidatie
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Capri Cardiac Rehabilitation, Rotterdam, Leiden, Netherlands
Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Rotterdam, Netherlands
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Delft University of Technology
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Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering, Delft University of Technology, Delft, Netherlands
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Leiden University Medical Center
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Department of Cardiology, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, Netherlands
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NDDO Institute for Prevention and Early Diagnostics (NIPED), Amsterdam, Netherlands
Vital10, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Delft University of Technology
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Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering, Delft University of Technology, Delft, Netherlands
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Niels Henrik Chavannes Aachen Department of Public Health and Primary Care (PHEG) National eHealth Living Lab
Leiden University · Leiden University Medical Center
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Department of Public Health and Primary Care, Leiden University Medical Centre, Leiden, Netherlands
National EHealth Living Lab, Leiden University Medical Centre, Netherlands
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Leiden University · Medical Delta · Delft University of Technology
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Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering, Delft University of Technology, Delft, Netherlands
Faculty of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Leiden University, Leiden, Netherlands
Medical Delta, Leiden University, Delft University of Technology, Erasmus University, Delft, Netherlands
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