DECISION AID

Jul 09 2025HEALTH

How a Simple Website Helped Moms Make Better Choices

A group of researchers created a special website to help pregnant women decide about a vaccine. This vaccine protects both the mom and her baby from whooping cough. The website was made to be easy to use and give clear information. The team wanted to see if women would actually use the website and find it helpful. They checked three main things: how many women used ...

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Apr 08 2025HEALTH

Helping Families Navigate Hereditary Cancer Risks

Hereditary cancer syndromes are a big deal. They can run in families and increase the risk of certain cancers. Over the past 15 years, tools called decision aids (DAs) have been created. These tools help families make informed choices about managing these risks. They guide them through complex decisions about inheritance and cancer prevention. The goal of these aids...

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Online Helpers for Cancer Patients: What's Out There?

Cancer is a tough battle, and making decisions about treatment can be overwhelming. Imagine having a friend who can guide you through the process, explain your options, and help you understand what's going on. That's basically what web-based educational tools and decision aids are for patients with advanced cancer. These tools are designed to make complex medical inf...

reading time about 3 minutes