Exploring health literacy, perceived needs, information preferences and acceptability of smartphone-based messaging interventions among individuals with obstructive sleep apnoea in Hong Kong: a mixed-method approach

This study highlights low OSA-related health literacy and a strong demand for authoritative health information. Most found that the messaging intervention was feasible and useful in improving health-related habits and OSA management. The study underscores the need for tailored health education, personalized interventions targeting perceived needs, and innovative messaging solutions to enhance treatment adherence and self-management in OSA individuals.

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mHealth
Published
2025-10-01
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https://doi.org/10.21037/mhealth-25-26
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea Research
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Exploring health literacy, perceived needs, information preferences and acceptability of smartphone-based messaging interventions among individuals with obstructive sleep apnoea in Hong Kong: a mixed-method approach

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Exploring health literacy, perceived needs, information preferences and acceptability of smartphone-based messaging interventions among individuals with obstructive sleep apnoea in Hong Kong: a mixed-method approach

Macy Mei‐Sze Lui, T Kwok, Msm Ip, Agnes Yuen Kwan Lai, Asa Ching-man Choi, Yuying Sun, Hannah Wing-Hang Tsoi
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Abstract

This study highlights low OSA-related health literacy and a strong demand for authoritative health information. Most found that the messaging intervention was feasible and useful in improving health-related habits and OSA management. The study underscores the need for tailored health education, personalized interventions targeting perceived needs, and innovative messaging solutions to enhance treatment adherence and self-management in OSA individuals.

mHealthVol. 11
Chinese University of Hong Kong (HK), University College London (GB), University of Hong Kong (HK)
Openalex Percentile: Top 60%
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Research
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