DEVELOPMENT OF THE MOBILE APPLICATION FOR DIGITAL LITERACY IN SOCIOLOGICAL FACTORS RESPONSIBLE FOR CARDIOVASCULAR RISKS.
Objective: Develop a mobile healthcare app targeting sociological risk factors for cardiovascular health to improve awareness and information delivery digitally.
Method: Conduct a six-month prospective qualitative study at a Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) community site, involving 100 participants aged 18-70 with adequate spatial ability. Exclusions: critically ill and mentally unstable individuals. Approval obtained from Modern College of Pharmacy Nigdi, Pune. The app is available in English, Marathi, and Hindi, with verification forms aligned with the chosen language.
Findings: Positive feedback from diverse users, including housewives, IT professionals, doctors, students, and medical experts. 55% praised the visually appealing interface and icon design, while 53% appreciated user-friendly navigation. 29% found it unnecessarily complex. 47% acknowledged educational value, 44% expressed likelihood to recommend it, and 47% plan to continue usage. The average star rating is 48%. The app effectively enhances sociological awareness, knowledge, and influences social behaviour for 42%, 44%, and 41% of respondents, respectively, across diverse demographics.
KEYWORDS: Cardiovascular disease, Community awareness, Mobile application, Sociological factors, Spatially abled
