Head and Neck Cancer Online Support Groups: Disparities in Participation and Impact on Patients
Benjamin Tam,
Matthew Lin,
Carlos Castellanos
et al.
Abstract:ObjectiveTo characterize the users of the head and neck cancer (HNC) online support group (OSG) and describe the perceived benefits of membership.Study DesignCross‐sectional.SettingOnline.MethodsAn administered survey with questions asking about demographics, cancer history, treatment choices, and feelings about OSGs was posted on the 5 largest HNC OSGs on Facebook.ResultsA total of 97 participants completed the survey. Mean age was 57.8 years old (standard deviation = 10.7 years). Most participants were femal… Show more
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