Using mhealth technology to improve the reproductive health of men
Lead Research Organisation:
University College London
Department Name: Computer Science
Abstract
The aim of the project is to investigate preconception health and care of rmen attendong fertility clinics with their partners for assited reprodictuve therapies. The student will adapt an existing Dutch mhealth intervention, 'Slimmer Zwanger' (Smarter pregnancy), to focus on men in their preconception period. The programme provides tailored coaching to improve diet, nutrition and lifestyle behaviours prior to conception. The project will initially scope the importance of the topic to the target population and then explore the feasibility and acceptability of the app for use in the UK using PPI (patient-public involvement) groups and qualitative studies.
Organisations
People |
ORCID iD |
| Ann Blandford (Primary Supervisor) | |
| Dilisha Patel (Student) |
Publications
Patel D
(2019)
" I feel like only half a man" Online Forums as a Resource for Finding a" New Normal" for Men Experiencing Fertility Issues
in Proceedings of the ACM on Human-Computer Interaction
Patel, D
(2018)
So you're planning a baby? a review of preconception care apps
in Proceedings of the 20th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction with Mobile Devices and Services Adjunct
Studentship Projects
| Project Reference | Relationship | Related To | Start | End | Student Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EP/N509577/1 | 30/09/2016 | 24/03/2022 | |||
| 1862405 | Studentship | EP/N509577/1 | 02/04/2017 | 30/06/2022 | Dilisha Patel |
| EP/R513143/1 | 30/09/2018 | 29/09/2023 | |||
| 1862405 | Studentship | EP/R513143/1 | 02/04/2017 | 30/06/2022 | Dilisha Patel |