Pilot Study on Internet Health Preference Panel
Author Information
Author(s): Ken Stein, Matthew Dyer, Tania Crabb, Ruairidh Milne, Alison Round, Julie Ratcliffe, John Brazier
Primary Institution: University of Exeter
Hypothesis
Can a panel of the public provide preference data for health states via the Internet?
Conclusion
Establishing a public panel for health state preferences online is feasible, but challenges in recruitment and retention exist.
Supporting Evidence
- 112 people were recruited for the panel.
- Only 2.1% of those approached ended up joining the panel.
- 74% of panel members completed at least one valuation task.
Takeaway
This study tried to get people to share their opinions about health conditions online, but not many people wanted to join in.
Methodology
A stratified random sample of the public was recruited and trained to use an Internet tool for preference elicitation.
Potential Biases
Potential selection bias due to low participation from certain demographic groups.
Limitations
Low recruitment rates, especially from deprived areas and ethnic minorities.
Participant Demographics
Mean age of participants was 48 years, with a higher proportion of married and retired individuals compared to the general population.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.013
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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