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Evaluating a Telehealth Coaching and Mobile-Based Digital Engagement Intervention for People With Cancer Using the
Shen Wang1, Toni Rose Jue1, Tim Atkins1
1Osara Health, Eveleigh, NSW, Australia.
JMIR Cancer
|April 1, 2026
Summary
Cancer patients experienced significant improvements in physical and mental health using the Cancer Coach by CancerAid digital intervention. This program combines telehealth coaching and a mobile app to support well-being during cancer treatment and survivorship.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Digital Health
- Health Psychology
Background:
- Cancer patients face unmet needs impacting daily life, quality of life, and social participation.
- Cancer Coach by CancerAid (Osara Health) is a digital intervention using telehealth and a mobile app for behavior change and emotional well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of the Cancer Coach by CancerAid intervention on cancer patients' mental and physical health.
- To assess patient-reported outcomes (PROs) following the digital health intervention.
Main Methods:
- Participants were referred by insurers and hospitals.
- The Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) 10-item Global Health Short Form was used to measure physical and mental health.
- Wilcoxon signed rank tests and independent t tests analyzed pre- and post-intervention scores.
Main Results:
- Significant improvements in both global physical health (GPH) and global mental health (GMH) were observed (P<.001).
- Average changes in GPH and GMH scores indicated a minimal important change for participants.
- Engagement with both telehealth coaching and the app led to greater physical health improvements, while coaching alone boosted mental health gains.
Conclusions:
- The Cancer Coach by CancerAid intervention significantly improved physical and mental health in cancer patients.
- Telehealth coaching integrated with app-based support enhances overall well-being and addresses holistic needs during cancer care.
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