Most recent by Tori Martel, MPH
Google, X data useful in tracking seasonal allergy trends
Using online data surveillance methods on seasonal allergy trends can help in predictive modeling, according to a study in PNAS Nexus.
Most caregivers of children with food allergies go online at least weekly for information
More patients are using online platforms to obtain information on food, trusting professional organizations and allergists the most, according to a study published in Annals of Allergy and Asthma and Immunology.
Online inhaler technique resources often overlook critical steps
Websites focused on inhaler technique frequently overlook important preparation steps and device care/maintenance, according to results published in Respiratory Medicine.
Google searches indicate varying food allergy interests worldwide
The volume of Google searches related to food allergy grew between 2012 and 2022, with specific search topics varying by country, according to a letter published in Clinical and Translational Allergy.
Allergy, asthma providers should guide patients to reliable nutritional information online
Information about nutritional treatment for the atopic triad on YouTube tends to be dubious, with a recent study of 91 videos by Høj et al. classifying 65% of them as misleading and only 32% of them as useful.
Popular asthma websites for patient education vary in quality, readability
Popular websites that provide educational information about asthma to patients varied in readability and quality, according to a study published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.