U.S., May 23 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07601308) titled 'Impact of Online Medical Misinformation' on May 09.
Brief Summary: This mixed-methods study aims to examine the impact of exposure to online medical misinformation on medication adherence, treatment decision-making, and healthcare-seeking behavior among patients with chronic diseases. The study targets patients with hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and dyslipidemia and evaluates how misinformation influences real-world health behaviors. Quantitative and qualitative data will be collected concurrently to provide a comprehensive understanding of misinformation-related health risks.
Study Start Date: May 15
Study Type: OBSERVATIONAL
...