Understanding the content of COVID-19 vaccination and pregnancy videos on YouTube: An analysis of videos published at the start of the vaccine rollout.

Over 2 years into the COVID-19 pandemic, information on the safety and efficacy of COVID-19 vaccination, particularly for people in high-risk populations, has become a popular topic of discussion. The purpose of this study was to analyze the content and characteristics of YouTube videos related to COVID-19 vaccination and pregnancy. The 50 most viewed English language videos on pregnancy and COVID-19 vaccination were included in this study.

Knowledge of Human Papillomavirus and Cervical Cancer Among Low-Income Women in New Jersey.

Objectives: Although much research has been conducted on knowledge and awareness of the connection between human papillomavirus (HPV) and cervical cancer risk among university students, few studies have examined these associations among low-income populations. We examined knowledge of HPV and cervical cancer risk among racially and ethnically diverse low-income women.

Methods: We used a cross-sectional study design to recruit and interview 476 low-income women in New Jersey from November 1, 2013, through February 28, 2016.

YouTube as an information source on BRCA mutations: implications for patients and professionals.

Genetic testing for BRCA1/2 mutations in early breast cancer has been shown to be beneficial, and an increase in surveillance using these genetic markers is recommended. Given this recommendation, it is likely that individuals gather information about such testing. Social media is increasingly becoming a common source of health information.

Loss of Weight Gained During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Content Analysis of YouTube Videos.

Background: Many people experienced unintended weight gain during the COVID-19 pandemic, which has been discussed widely on social media.

Objective: This study aims to describe the content of weight loss videos on YouTube (Google LLC) during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Methods: By using the keywords weight loss during quarantine, the 100 most viewed English-language videos were identified and coded for content related to losing weight gained during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Content in YouTube Videos for Rosacea: Cross-sectional Study.

Background: Rosacea is an inflammatory skin disease that is chronic in nature. In addition to the physical symptoms, there are substantial quality of life issues that patients with rosacea experience, largely due to the visible nature in which rosacea manifests.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to describe the content related to rosacea in highly viewed English- and Spanish-language videos on YouTube.