Health Tools for Consumers

Video game maker targets teens with cancer

Submitted by Joan on Thu, 04/10/2007 - 06:31.

Computer games are helping children with their fight against cancer. A new game leads players into fighting cancer cells within the human body. It is expected that this will enable children with cancer understand the disease better, and adhere to their treatment and prescribed medications.

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European citizens surveyed on use of E-health services

Submitted by Joan on Thu, 04/10/2007 - 06:28.

As European citizens are increasingly being offered Internet health services, a new study looks at seven European countries and patterns of health-related Internet use, its consequences, and citizens' expectations about their doctors' provision of e-health services.

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Animation-based ICT tool aims to promote HIV/AIDS awareness in Asia

Submitted by Joan on Thu, 04/10/2007 - 06:25.

Developed through the School of Education at Stanford University, Interactive Teaching AIDS is an animation-based curriculum developed to teach HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention strategies.

This application targets the vulnerable young adults to promote HIV/AIDS awareness despite cultural and social barriers abundant in many developing countries. To minimize stigma associated with discussing sexual practices, it emphasizes the biological aspects of HIV/AIDS, utilizing animated agents and avatars to maximize comfort and efficacy.

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