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The Role of Digital Health Technologies on Maternal Health Literacy: A Narrative Review

The Role of Digital Health Technologies on Maternal Health Literacy: A Narrative Review

Roxane Van Hauwaert, Ana Rita Mateus, Ana Luísa Coutinho, Joana Rodrigues, Ana Rita Martins, Fernanda Vilela, Diana Almeida
Copyright: © 2024 |Pages: 19
ISBN13: 9798369312148|EISBN13: 9798369312155
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-1214-8.ch003
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MLA

Van Hauwaert, Roxane, et al. "The Role of Digital Health Technologies on Maternal Health Literacy: A Narrative Review." Emerging Technologies for Health Literacy and Medical Practice, edited by Manuel B. Garcia and Rui Pedro Pereira de Almeida, IGI Global, 2024, pp. 47-65. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-1214-8.ch003

APA

Van Hauwaert, R., Mateus, A. R., Coutinho, A. L., Rodrigues, J., Martins, A. R., Vilela, F., & Almeida, D. (2024). The Role of Digital Health Technologies on Maternal Health Literacy: A Narrative Review. In M. Garcia & R. de Almeida (Eds.), Emerging Technologies for Health Literacy and Medical Practice (pp. 47-65). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-1214-8.ch003

Chicago

Van Hauwaert, Roxane, et al. "The Role of Digital Health Technologies on Maternal Health Literacy: A Narrative Review." In Emerging Technologies for Health Literacy and Medical Practice, edited by Manuel B. Garcia and Rui Pedro Pereira de Almeida, 47-65. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2024. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-1214-8.ch003

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Abstract

In the era of technological transformation, the healthcare system is undergoing significant changes with the integration of digital health. The World Health Organization advocates for ethical and equitable incorporation of digital health into health priorities. Maternal health literacy intersects with digital transformation, emphasizing the need for health literacy responsiveness. This chapter explores the applications of digital health technologies on maternal health literacy. A narrative review identified technologies used for maternal health literacy, such as mobile apps, wearable devices, online platforms, and telehealth. Their impact on maternal health literacy, the potential benefits, challenges, and sociodemographic considerations linked with these technologies were assessed. The findings highlight the role of digital health in maternal health literacy and the importance of inclusive and culturally sensitive approaches. Recognizing the opportunities and limitations of digital health is vital for promoting maternal well-being and reducing health disparities during pregnancy.

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