Why using dating apps for public health messaging is an ethical dilemma
They’re becoming increasingly important in the communication of public health messaging, particularly sexual health.
- They’re becoming increasingly important in the communication of public health messaging, particularly sexual health.
- In 2023, Harvard Public Health magazine suggested that dating apps could “become a key component in [sexually infectious diseases] prevention”.
- A recent systematic review concluded that apps have multiple benefits for public health, including the ability to effectively target specific groups.
- In the US, Building Healthy Online Communities is a successful example of collaborating with dating apps to promote sexual health.