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How Reading a Health Blog Can Improve Your Overall Health
A health blog is a great way to stay informed about the latest trends in the medical industry.
They often feature content about new medications, procedures and other health related topics.
A recent study surveyed real self-described readers of actual patient blogs. Its first research
objective was to determine whether or not the blogs impacted readers’ intention to take a
preventative health action (such as skin checks). The results were positive.
1. It’s an easy way to stay informed
A health and wellness blog can provide up to date information on the latest medical research and
developments, as well as offer advice and tips from patients who have been through similar
experiences. These blogs can also be a great source of comfort for those who are worried about
themselves or a loved one.
In 2 experimental scenario-based studies, and a third study using a qualitative survey of real blog
readers, participants reported that reading a medical blog influenced their intention to take
preventative health actions. This effect was stronger for a personal story blog than for a statistical
blog, but perceptions of risk did not mediate these findings.
Unlike traditional magazines, health blogs are updated often. They can provide the latest news on
everything from exercise and fitness to sleep health. And because they’re written by people who
have a passion for health, you can trust that the content is accurate and relevant to your own
needs.
2. It’s a great way to socialize
For many people, socialization is something that just happens naturally in their day-to-day lives.
They might join their coworkers for lunch or meet friends after work. While some of these
activities might pose a slight risk of contracting the coronavirus, staying home is probably the
lowest-risk option.
Medical blogs offer a unique platform for individuals to express their views and opinions on
various health-related topics. While there are some bloggers who write solely for entertainment
purposes, most write to educate others about a health condition. This type of blog can change
readers’ opinion and influence the decisions they make with regards to their own health.
A recent study of real medical blog readers showed that reading a blog has the potential to
influence future preventative health actions. The study used a quasi-experimental design and
randomly assigned participants to one of 3 blog conditions: a personal narrative, a statistical blog
about disease prevalence, or a more general cancer blog.
3. It’s a great way to network
Many healthcare organizations have blogs for patients, including tips on healthy eating, getting a
good night’s sleep and improving relationships. The best ones are medically reasonable and
relatable, such as this blog from Boston’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital about a patient who
got her cholesterol under control by adjusting her diet or this page one from Cedars-Sinai on
overcoming infertility.
Several studies have shown that reading medical blogs influences intentions to take preventative
health actions. However, 2 experimental scenario-based designs and 1 qualitative survey of real
readers have not found that the type of blog — statistical, personal narrative, or control — affects
these intentions (the first research objective). Similarly, readers’ perceptions of their disease risk
do not mediate these effects.
Moreover, a nonexperimental study using a convenience sample of self-described bloggers
confirmed these findings. Participants cited wanting to stay updated on their friend or family
member’s condition as the most common motivation for reading these blogs, but they also
reported that the blogs were helpful in other ways.
4. It’s a great way to make money
Health blogs can be lucrative for their authors. They can generate income through
advertisements, sponsorships and digital products. They can also be an excellent way to make
money as a writer and contribute content to other websites and publications.
Depending on their niche, health blogs can cover topics like training and exercise, disease and
disorder, healthy living or self help. They can also have sub-categories dedicated to specific
health concerns within their niche, such as post-menopausal wellness or healthy nutrition.
A good health blog will use images to capture the reader’s attention. They will be compelling,
interesting and informative. They will also include some type of actionable items that the reader
can implement. For example, a health blog from Cedars-Sinai might talk about how cold weather
can affect someone with asthma and offer some helpful tips on how to avoid symptoms. They
might even refer readers to their local healthcare system for additional assistance. This is a great
way to draw in new patients.

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Health Blog.docx

  • 1. How Reading a Health Blog Can Improve Your Overall Health A health blog is a great way to stay informed about the latest trends in the medical industry. They often feature content about new medications, procedures and other health related topics. A recent study surveyed real self-described readers of actual patient blogs. Its first research objective was to determine whether or not the blogs impacted readers’ intention to take a preventative health action (such as skin checks). The results were positive. 1. It’s an easy way to stay informed A health and wellness blog can provide up to date information on the latest medical research and developments, as well as offer advice and tips from patients who have been through similar experiences. These blogs can also be a great source of comfort for those who are worried about themselves or a loved one. In 2 experimental scenario-based studies, and a third study using a qualitative survey of real blog readers, participants reported that reading a medical blog influenced their intention to take preventative health actions. This effect was stronger for a personal story blog than for a statistical blog, but perceptions of risk did not mediate these findings. Unlike traditional magazines, health blogs are updated often. They can provide the latest news on everything from exercise and fitness to sleep health. And because they’re written by people who have a passion for health, you can trust that the content is accurate and relevant to your own needs. 2. It’s a great way to socialize For many people, socialization is something that just happens naturally in their day-to-day lives. They might join their coworkers for lunch or meet friends after work. While some of these activities might pose a slight risk of contracting the coronavirus, staying home is probably the lowest-risk option. Medical blogs offer a unique platform for individuals to express their views and opinions on various health-related topics. While there are some bloggers who write solely for entertainment purposes, most write to educate others about a health condition. This type of blog can change readers’ opinion and influence the decisions they make with regards to their own health. A recent study of real medical blog readers showed that reading a blog has the potential to influence future preventative health actions. The study used a quasi-experimental design and randomly assigned participants to one of 3 blog conditions: a personal narrative, a statistical blog about disease prevalence, or a more general cancer blog. 3. It’s a great way to network
  • 2. Many healthcare organizations have blogs for patients, including tips on healthy eating, getting a good night’s sleep and improving relationships. The best ones are medically reasonable and relatable, such as this blog from Boston’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital about a patient who got her cholesterol under control by adjusting her diet or this page one from Cedars-Sinai on overcoming infertility. Several studies have shown that reading medical blogs influences intentions to take preventative health actions. However, 2 experimental scenario-based designs and 1 qualitative survey of real readers have not found that the type of blog — statistical, personal narrative, or control — affects these intentions (the first research objective). Similarly, readers’ perceptions of their disease risk do not mediate these effects. Moreover, a nonexperimental study using a convenience sample of self-described bloggers confirmed these findings. Participants cited wanting to stay updated on their friend or family member’s condition as the most common motivation for reading these blogs, but they also reported that the blogs were helpful in other ways. 4. It’s a great way to make money Health blogs can be lucrative for their authors. They can generate income through advertisements, sponsorships and digital products. They can also be an excellent way to make money as a writer and contribute content to other websites and publications. Depending on their niche, health blogs can cover topics like training and exercise, disease and disorder, healthy living or self help. They can also have sub-categories dedicated to specific health concerns within their niche, such as post-menopausal wellness or healthy nutrition. A good health blog will use images to capture the reader’s attention. They will be compelling, interesting and informative. They will also include some type of actionable items that the reader can implement. For example, a health blog from Cedars-Sinai might talk about how cold weather can affect someone with asthma and offer some helpful tips on how to avoid symptoms. They might even refer readers to their local healthcare system for additional assistance. This is a great way to draw in new patients.