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Tianyi Liu1, Jiazheng Zayn Wang2, Xinshu Zhao3,4
1Department of Communication/Institute of Collaborative Innovation/Center for Research in Greater Bay Area, University of Macau, Macau, China.
Summary
Using eHealth information can reduce cancer fatalism in those with a family history of cancer. This is achieved by increasing cancer worry, doctor visits, and trust in medical information, ultimately lowering fatalistic beliefs.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Communication
- Cancer Prevention
Background:
- Cancer fatalism is a major obstacle to cancer prevention and treatment, particularly for individuals with a family history of cancer.
- eHealth information's role in influencing cancer fatalism requires deeper investigation into its underlying mechanisms.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate if eHealth information use can decrease cancer fatalism in individuals with a family history of cancer.
- To explore the mediating roles of cancer worry, doctor visit frequency, and trust in physician-provided cancer information.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from the National Trends in Health Information Survey (HINTS6) with a focus on participants (N=3131) having a family history of cancer.
- Employed a serial-mediation model to analyze the impact of eHealth information use on cancer fatalism.
Main Results:
- eHealth information use showed a negative correlation with cancer fatalism.
- Cancer worry, frequency of doctor visits, and trust in doctor-provided cancer information were positively associated with eHealth information use.
- Trust in cancer information from doctors was negatively correlated with cancer fatalism.
Conclusions:
- eHealth information, alongside physician communication and interventions, can effectively reduce cancer fatalism in high-risk populations.
- Public health initiatives should utilize eHealth platforms to disseminate accurate cancer information and build trust in healthcare providers, promoting healthier behaviors.
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