Assessment of Information Quality in Short Videos on Hospice and Palliative Care

Overview

This study evaluates the quality and reliability of hospice and palliative care (HPC) videos on Douyin and Bilibili.

Background

The increasing use of short video platforms for health information necessitates an assessment of the quality of content, particularly in hospice and palliative care (HPC). Misconceptions about HPC can lead to delayed medical decisions, highlighting the need for reliable information dissemination.

Data Highlights

Key Findings

• Douyin videos had significantly higher GQS scores than Bilibili (median 4.75 vs. 4.40, p < 0.001).
• No significant differences in mDISCERN and JAMA scores between the two platforms.
• Healthcare professional-uploaded videos received better quality ratings across all assessment methods.
• User engagement metrics (likes, comments, shares) were significantly higher on Douyin.
• Likes showed a weak positive correlation with GQS scores (r = 0.376, p < 0.001).

Clinical Implications

Healthcare professional-uploaded videos received better quality ratings across all assessment methods.

Conclusion

The study emphasizes the importance of enhancing content regulation on these platforms.

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