Piloting a cancer awareness app across six European countries: a pre-post study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cancer remains a significant public health challenge in Europe, accounting for over 22% of global cancer cases. Mobile health applications may help to increase the awareness of cancer risks and preventive behaviors. However, usability barriers and disparities in digital health literacy (DHL) may limit their impact.

Objective

This study evaluated the usability of the EU Mobile App for Cancer Prevention and changes in cancer awareness associated with use across six European countries (Cyprus, Germany, Hungary, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain), focusing on variations by DHL and sociodemographic factors.

Methods

A pre-post design was employed, combining pre- and post-usage surveys (N = 328 pre; n = 77 post). Participants interacted with the app for 7 days. Usability

SUBMITTER: Ahmed F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12515922 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature