Journal of Clinical Pathways June 10, 2021
Introduction
Cancer treatment is complicated, and countless sources of information and support are available. With the rise of social media, many cancer patients and their caregivers are using it to seek insight into disease progression, treatment options, psychosocial support, and guidance for navigating care. Social media platforms expand patient and caregiver access to information from experts and other patients; however, information from these sources may be inaccurate, misleading, or geared toward some clinical profiles while ignoring others.
This third blog in our Social Media and Quality Mini-Series explores the dynamics of patient and caregiver engagement via social media and considers how quality measures and other quality tools can help maximize the benefits of social media while reducing the risks. We...
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