Pub Date : 2023-01-02DOI: 10.1080/15398285.2022.2133832
Kacper Niburski, Oskar Niburski
Abstract Background Public figures have an ability to shape public discourse, patterns of behaviors, and actions. Tech-billionaire Elon Musk, with nearly 100 million followers on Twitter, advocated for the decrease use of Wellbutrin with neutral-to-positive opinion of Ritalin. Objective We investigated Elon Musk’s Twitter posts, subsequent Google search trends, Amazon purchases, television airtime, and news articles on the terms Wellbutrin, bupropion, methylphenidate, Adderall, and Ritalin. Methods Twitter was indexed with Social Sprout, as well as to determine average analytics, impressions, and other necessary metrics. News and television airtime was catalogued in the United States’ 5 largest TV stations with the Global Database of Events, Language, and Tone. Google searches and shopping trends were analyzed with Google Trends. Amazon purchases were catalogued with Helium 10 software. Sentiment analysis was performed on Twitter hashtags using Sentiment Viz. Results From April 24 to May 14, 2022, EM made 3 tweets anecdotally about Wellbutrin and Ritalin, which resulted in a nearly 130% increase in retweets and 472% increase in comments compared to average. Sentiment on Twitter remained largely negative for Wellbutrin, compared to Ritalin. Wellbutrin was searched the most, along with its side effects and treatments, followed by Ritalin, then Adderall, Bupropion, and Methylphenidate. Bupropion and Methylphenidate had extended search periods, compared to Ritalin and Wellbutrin. Purchasing of all top Ritalin products increased on Amazon (18% increase compared to previous week), whereas Wellbutrin-like products decreased in purchasing by 11% on average. Conclusions Twitter has mass sway and influence on populations, including their purchasing power. Public health officials must work to combat medical misinformation on the platform.
{"title":"Impact of Elon Musk’s Tweeting about Psychiatric Medication on the Internet, Media, and Purchasing: Observational Study","authors":"Kacper Niburski, Oskar Niburski","doi":"10.1080/15398285.2022.2133832","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15398285.2022.2133832","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Background Public figures have an ability to shape public discourse, patterns of behaviors, and actions. Tech-billionaire Elon Musk, with nearly 100 million followers on Twitter, advocated for the decrease use of Wellbutrin with neutral-to-positive opinion of Ritalin. Objective We investigated Elon Musk’s Twitter posts, subsequent Google search trends, Amazon purchases, television airtime, and news articles on the terms Wellbutrin, bupropion, methylphenidate, Adderall, and Ritalin. Methods Twitter was indexed with Social Sprout, as well as to determine average analytics, impressions, and other necessary metrics. News and television airtime was catalogued in the United States’ 5 largest TV stations with the Global Database of Events, Language, and Tone. Google searches and shopping trends were analyzed with Google Trends. Amazon purchases were catalogued with Helium 10 software. Sentiment analysis was performed on Twitter hashtags using Sentiment Viz. Results From April 24 to May 14, 2022, EM made 3 tweets anecdotally about Wellbutrin and Ritalin, which resulted in a nearly 130% increase in retweets and 472% increase in comments compared to average. Sentiment on Twitter remained largely negative for Wellbutrin, compared to Ritalin. Wellbutrin was searched the most, along with its side effects and treatments, followed by Ritalin, then Adderall, Bupropion, and Methylphenidate. Bupropion and Methylphenidate had extended search periods, compared to Ritalin and Wellbutrin. Purchasing of all top Ritalin products increased on Amazon (18% increase compared to previous week), whereas Wellbutrin-like products decreased in purchasing by 11% on average. Conclusions Twitter has mass sway and influence on populations, including their purchasing power. Public health officials must work to combat medical misinformation on the platform.","PeriodicalId":44184,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Consumer Health on the Internet","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"49622582","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2023-01-02DOI: 10.1080/15398285.2023.2167455
M. Lapidus
Abstract Great advances in immunization have resulted in the eradication of multiple deadly diseases. Nevertheless, current sources of misinformation, such as social media, have led to growing vaccination hesitancy and refusal to vaccinate. It is the role of medical and information professionals to educate the general public about the importance of evaluating online information on immunization and to provide access to the most accurate, comprehensive, and high-quality online health-care resources. Numerous free, reputable websites created by government and health-care institutions should be recommended to patients to address questions about the safety of vaccines, importance of immunization, and vaccination schedules.
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Pub Date : 2023-01-02DOI: 10.1080/15398285.2023.2166269
R. Ponton, Garion Gear, Parsa Hadiyounzadeh, F. Iqram, Anes Kim, Sophanna Out, Wey Ern Thoo, J. Sheridan, D. Newcombe
Abstract Introduction Benzodiazepines have therapeutic indications, but their overuse may lead to misuse and dependence. Benzodiazepine dependence can be managed by health professionals, but stigma may result in individuals avoiding face-to-face help and turning to online resources. The internet is a popular, but unregulated resource and website quality are variable. Aim(s) (I) To systematically evaluate the quality of websites on benzodiazepine misuse and dependence using selected validated tools/variables. (II) To identify common themes presented on these websites. Methods Six search terms, “benzodiazepine treatment,” “benzo treatment,” “benzodiazepine addiction,” “benzo addiction,” “benzodiazepine help” and “benzo help,” were entered into two search engines. English-language websites were included if they presented information about benzodiazepine misuse and use disorder. Eligible websites were evaluated for quality of written information, readability, website usability, and other areas of interest such as advertising. Content was assessed by comparing themes covered in websites. Results Fifty-six websites were evaluated. Websites were generally good at providing balanced and unbiased information; however, treatment options were covered poorly. Most websites should be understood by individuals aged 15 years and older. Discussion The quality of websites varied, but common areas that require improvement include information on treatment options, effects on quality of life, and sources of information. Conclusion In general, the quality of websites presenting benzodiazepine information was mediocre based on our assessment. Future research could explore benzodiazepine users’ experiences of these websites as such studies may improve website quality.
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Pub Date : 2023-01-02DOI: 10.1080/15398285.2023.2178214
H. Epstein
Abstract Since Healthy People 1980, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) through the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) has set 10-year targets from evidence-based recommendations to improve health, lessen health disparities and achieve health equity for all citizens of the United States. Healthy People 2030 brings a strong focus to health literacy. This column will highlight these health literacy features and suggests ways health sciences librarians and consumer health sciences librarians can work within their organizations and partner with community organizations to reach those goals.
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Pub Date : 2023-01-02DOI: 10.1080/15398285.2023.2171240
L. Samuel, J. Fera, C. Basch
Abstract This study aimed to determine the level of readability of online information on gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). Readability of 100 English-language websites was assessed by five readability measures: Flesch-Kincaid Grade level (FKGL), Gunning Fox Index (GFI), Coleman Liau Index (CLI), Simple Measure of Gobbledygook (SMOG), and Flesch Reading Ease (FRE). A majority (90%+) of the sample was determined to have unacceptable readability levels, with averages at least one standard deviation away from recommended levels. Not more than a tenth of the websites measured readability to be acceptable or not equivalent to grade seven and above. Results suggest an urgent need for health professionals who create online information related to GDM to revisit and revise the text to be simplified and more readable.
摘要本研究旨在确定妊娠期糖尿病(GDM)在线信息的可读性水平。采用Flesch- kincaid Grade level (FKGL)、Gunning Fox Index (GFI)、Coleman Liau Index (CLI)、Simple Measure of Gobbledygook (SMOG)和Flesch Reading Ease (FRE)五种可读性指标对100个英语网站的可读性进行了评估。大多数(90%以上)的样本被确定为具有不可接受的可读性水平，平均距离推荐水平至少有一个标准差。不超过十分之一的网站可接受或不等于七级或以上。结果表明，创建GDM相关在线信息的卫生专业人员迫切需要重新审视和修改文本，以简化和更具可读性。
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Pub Date : 2023-01-02DOI: 10.1080/15398285.2023.2178215
Kat Phillips
Abstract Patients and caregivers of patients with cancer are met with an untold amount of information resources, not all of which are ethical, accurate, healthy, or are simply motivated by profit or agenda. One way information professionals and health care providers can help sift through this overwhelming amount of resources is to provide credible and accessible cancer resources founded in evidence-based research and medicine. One such organization is the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, and their collection of Patient Resources.
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Pub Date : 2023-01-02DOI: 10.1080/15398285.2023.2170629
Batool AlQanber, Roland Chu, Katherine Battisti
Abstract Cancer.Net, a patient information web site maintained by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), offers guides for many types of cancer and related hereditary syndromes for both adult and pediatric patients. Each guide provides broad clinical information for patients, families, and caregivers on the nature of cancer, signs and symptoms, related risk factors, diagnosis, staging and grading, and types of treatment. Additional resources related to coping with such diseases, available clinical trials and ongoing research, and the important aspects that need to be discussed with their treatment team are also provided. Each guide is reviewed by experts on the “Cancer.Net Editorial Board” that includes oncologists, surgeons, nurses, physician assistants, social workers, and other medical professionals involved in the care of patients with cancer.
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Pub Date : 2023-01-02DOI: 10.1080/15398285.2023.2167424
Lisa M. Acuff, Gwen Geiger Wolfe, Sally Bowler-Hill
Abstract This article discusses online patient education materials (PEMs) in the context of type 1 diabetes and the language used to describe the condition. The role of healthcare providers and health information professionals in the delivery of online PEMs is described. Relevant theories regarding the impact of language are discussed. A theoretical framework for understanding and assessing PEMs is presented, along with the introduction of in-progress research on the use of language in online PEMs for adults with type 1 diabetes.
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Pub Date : 2023-01-02DOI: 10.1080/15398285.2022.2129178
Recep Özdemir, G. Bektemur, E. Keleş, K. N. Baydili
Abstract There is a lack of robust information for research assessing the association of various socio-demographic factors and digital technology use in the e-Health context in Turkey among the general population. The aim of the study was thus to examine the sociodemographic determinants of e-Health literacy in the general population in Istanbul, Turkey. The study sample consisted of 806 individuals aged 15 and over who participated in a cross-sectional survey conducted between October 2019 and February 2020. Abstracted data included age, gender, education level, income, occupation type, Internet use, self-perceived health status, regular medication usage, and visits to healthcare professionals. The e-Health Literacy Scale was used to measure e-Health literacy. This study indicated that the e-Health literacy of the general population was at a medium level and most variables reflecting the sociodemographic and economic status of the individuals were significantly associated with e-Health scores.
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Pub Date : 2022-10-02DOI: 10.1080/15398285.2022.2115704
T. Ozturk, Eldar Sheydayev, A. Yağcı
Abstract This study examines the quality and reliability of videos about white spot lesions (WSLs) uploaded to YouTube. The keyword required for searching was analyzed using the Google Trends online application, which determined a “white spot lesion.” The first 140 videos about WSLs were watched and 85 of them were evaluated. The videos watched were divided into two categories according to their reliability score (RS): low reliability and medium/high reliability. The videos also examined the global quality index (GQS) and video information and quality index (VIQI) data for the videos. Pearson’s chi-squared test, Fisher’s exact test, and multivariate analysis of variance were used to evaluate the data. It was determined that there were more videos about WSLs with medium/high reliability (65.9%) than with low reliability and that most of the videos were uploaded by clinics (49.4%). The videos contained more information about WSLs in terms of definition (70.6%), treatment indication (77.6%), treatment advantage (77.6%), and treatment procedure (76.5%). It was also determined that the mean GQS, VIQI, and RS values differed according to video reliability category, and only the mean interaction index values differed significantly according to video source (p < .05). Most YouTube videos about WSLs examined in this study were of medium/high reliability. Thus, it can be concluded that the videos about WSLs on YouTube are generally reliable.
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