Power of Facebook and Mobile Technology to Help Drive Behavior Change

By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA Numera Social Webinar: “Harness the Power of Facebook and iPhone Apps in Your Health & Wellness Programs” Facebook has more than 800 million active users and the average user has 130 friends.  There are more than 350 million active users who currently access Facebook through their mobile devices. According to Pew Internet and American Life Project, Facebook dominates the Social Networking space. 92% of Social Network users are on…

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Social Media Networking and Breast Cancer Awareness

By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA “The Socialization of Breast Cancer” Social media networking has changed the landscape in health care. The immediate exchange of real-time health information online has allowed health care consumers and patients to share valuable experiences and to gain knowledge. Online communities provide a valuable resource for individuals to seek reassurance, form relationships, establish trust, communicate and connect with others with similar experiences. October is Breast Awareness Month October is Breast…

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