Discussion Post: Social media health surveillance
You are going to conduct a "surveillance" of a social media network (Facebook page or Twitter feed) on smoking cessation. Using keyword searches for data collection on health status, responses, and disparities in treatments, access information about smoking cessation.
• (250 words) Provide background information regarding smoking cessation and the impact it has on population health.
• (250 words) Using credible article discuss and report on how these platforms might be used to collect and analyze near real-time data ("infodemiology").
• (250 words) What value does it offer in terms of informing and gauging public attitudes?
• (200 words) Did you find evidence of disparities in access to information, resources, and assistance?
The response must include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.