Seldom Heard Voices - Empowering Maternity Services in Wales.
Stud Health Technol Inform
; 315: 537-541, 2024 Jul 24.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-39049316
ABSTRACT
Seldom-heard groups refer to individuals whose voices are often marginalised, underrepresented, or not adequately considered in the digital design process. This case study aims to demonstrate the benefits of taking a user-centred design (UCD) approach to implementing a digital solution for Maternity Services in Wales. Semi-structured interviews were conducted to understand the needs of women and birthing people from seldom-heard groups. The research insights were used to inform the design of a service pattern that could be delivered before and after each maternity appointment. The research shows opportunities to improve the experience for women and birthing people and reduce their anxieties by creating a reliable, accessible digital maternity record that will empower them to make evidence-based decisions. By taking a user-centred design approach and centering the unique needs of those facing the greatest health disparities, Maternity Services' digital transformation aims to positively impact the health and well-being of women and birthing people in Wales.
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Full text:
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Maternal Health Services
Limits:
Female
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Humans
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Pregnancy
Country/Region as subject:
Europa
Language:
En
Journal:
Stud Health Technol Inform
Journal subject:
INFORMATICA MEDICA
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PESQUISA EM SERVICOS DE SAUDE
Year:
2024
Document type:
Article