Patient Voices in Research: Exploring Information Needs, Online Behaviors, and Unmet Health Needs

Understanding how patients seek, process, and utilize health information is crucial for effective healthcare delivery and support. This podium session brings together four studies that illuminate the complex interplay between patient needs, information-seeking behaviors, and health outcomes across a spectrum of conditions. It aims to inform more effective health communication strategies, enhance patient support systems, and guide future research and healthcare interventions.