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Impact of Online Medical Misinformation on Medication Adherence, Treatment Decisions, and Health-Seeking Behavior Among Patients With Chronic Diseases
Led by Alexandria University · Updated on 2026-06-05
300
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
4 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are investigating how exposure to online medical misinformation affects medication adherence, treatment decisions, and healthcare-seeking behaviors in adults with chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and dyslipidemia. This observational study collects both quantitative and qualitative data to better understand the risks that misinformation poses to real-world health behaviors. The study is sponsored by Alexandria University and aims to provide detailed insights into how misinformation influences patient choices and actions regarding their health. Participants in this study are adults with chronic conditions who use social media at least once a week. The study involves observing and collecting data without any intervention or treatment, focusing on how misinformation impacts their medication use and health decisions. Data collection includes baseline surveys assessing medication adherence using the MARS-5 score, susceptibility to misinformation, changes in treatment decisions, healthcare-seeking behavior, and themes from qualitative responses. During the study, participants complete surveys and questionnaires to measure their medication adherence, exposure to misinformation, and related health behaviors. The primary outcome is medication adherence measured at baseline. Secondary outcomes include susceptibility to misinformation, treatment decision changes, healthcare-seeking behavior, and qualitative insights into misinformation effects. The study does not involve treatment or drug administration and is expected to last from May 2026 to June 2026.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Impact of Online Medical Misinformation
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Adults 18 years or older
- Diagnosed with hypertension, diabetes mellitus, or dyslipidemia for at least 6 months
- Use social media at least once weekly
- Able to provide informed consent
You will not qualify if you...
- Severe cognitive disorders
- Severe psychiatric disorders
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
Duration - 1 day
Participants complete baseline survey assessments to measure medication adherence, susceptibility to medical misinformation, treatment decision changes, and healthcare-seeking behavior.
1 visit (online or in-person)
Duration - Up to 4 years
Participants are observed over time to understand the impact of online medical misinformation on their health behaviors and treatment decisions.
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Faculty of Nursing, Alexandria University
Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt, 21511
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Research Team
M
Mohamed Fakhry Ahmed Salem, PhD
A
Ahmed Salem
How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Masking
N/A
Allocation
N/A
Model
N/A
Primary Purpose
N/A
Number of Arms
1
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