Mobile Health Solutions for Breast Cancer: A Resource for Community Health Nurses in Awareness Promotion and Quality Assessment.

Journal: Journal Of Community Health Nursing
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Abstract

: This study aimed to evaluate breast cancer (BC) prevention mHealth apps using MARS and the APPLICATIONS framework to recommend effective tools for community health nurses. : In June 2024, we searched Google Play and Apple Store for BC apps. : Two independent reviewers downloaded and evaluated the identified apps using a multimodal assessment approach to determine their quality. : The Mobile Application Rating Scale (MARS) score was 3.06 ± 0.85, and the APPLICATIONS framework score was 5.47 ± 0.83. Top-rated apps, "Breast Advocate" and "Breast Cancer Manager," excelled. The overall rating based on 16 specific statements assessing screening information accuracy was 8.42 ± 0.64. : Community health nurses are recommended to use good quality mobile apps to educate women on BC prevention. : Mobile applications play a crucial role in raising awareness about BC prevention and promoting regular BC screening, ultimately increasing early detection and reducing mortality rates.

Authors
Surekha Sakore, Seeta Devi, Prachi Jadhav
Relevant Conditions

Breast Cancer