Table 2. Characteristics of 44 websites identified as providing support for self-management of chronic breathlessness.
| Characteristic | Number (%) |
|---|---|
|
Country | |
| USA | 28 (64) |
| UK | 5 (11) |
| Canada | 6 (14) |
| Australia | 3 (7) |
| New Zealand | 1 (2) |
| Europe | 1 (2) |
|
Author | |
| National Health Organisation | 16 (36) |
| Other health | 20 (45) |
| Health professional | 6 (14) |
| User | 3 (7) |
|
Format | |
| Written Information | 23 (52) |
| Video | 16 (36) |
| Both | 5 (11) |
|
Target audiencea | |
| People with breathlessness | 45 (100) |
| Family/carers | 8 (18) |
| Health professionals | 4 (9) |
|
Health conditiona | |
| COPD | 27 (61) |
| Cancer | 9 (20) |
| Heart failure | 3 (7) |
| Unspecified | 15 (34) |
Abbreviation: COPD, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
a
Some websites included contents for more than one audience and health condition.