Target women: Equity in access to mHealth technology in a non-communicable disease care intervention in Kenya.
Christine NgaruiyaSamuel Oji OtiSteven van de VijverCatherine KyobutungiCaroline FreePublished in: PloS one (2019)
Women had the greatest likelihood of receiving SMS. SMS performed equitably well amongst marginalized populations (elderly, women, and low-income) as compared to alternative health information modalities, though sensitization prior to implementation of mHealth interventions may be needed. These findings provide guidance for developing mHealth interventions targeting marginalized populations in these settings.
Keyphrases
- health information
- polycystic ovary syndrome
- healthcare
- pregnancy outcomes
- physical activity
- cervical cancer screening
- randomized controlled trial
- quality improvement
- primary care
- breast cancer risk
- pregnant women
- type diabetes
- insulin resistance
- metabolic syndrome
- public health
- middle aged
- pain management
- skeletal muscle
- health insurance
- affordable care act