A systematic review of serious video games used for vaccination

Ohannessian, Robin; Yaghobian, Sarina; Verger, Pierre; Vanhems, Philippe

doi:10.1016/j.vaccine.2016.07.048

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“…11 A recent review found 16 videogames related to vaccination developed since 2003 (none targeted HPV). 35 The authors concluded that such approaches could be a useful public health tool to address vaccination hesitancy, but that there is still a need to incorporate behavioral theories in their development and evaluate their targeted objectives. In general, interventions to increase vaccine uptake perform better when they include multicomponent communication strategies and/or have a focus on dialogue-based approaches.…”

Section: Videogame For Preteens To Learn Hpv Vaccinationmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…In general, interventions to increase vaccine uptake perform better when they include multicomponent communication strategies and/or have a focus on dialogue-based approaches. 35 Thus, one of our goals in developing Land of Secret Gardens was to use the behavioral theory to inform the design of a game that could fit into a larger communication intervention aimed at increasing HPV vaccination uptake. We also aimed at developing a game that could be useful in not only increasing awareness of the vaccine and decreasing stigma, but that could also be used to stimulate dialogue with parents and providers.…”

Section: Videogame For Preteens To Learn Hpv Vaccinationmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Developing a Serious Videogame for Preteens to Motivate HPV Vaccination Decision Making:Land of Secret Gardens

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Games for Health Journal

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Section: Videogame For Preteens To Learn Hpv Vaccinationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Developing a Serious Videogame for Preteens to Motivate HPV Vaccination Decision Making:Land of Secret Gardens

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Diehl

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Games for Health Journal

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“…Furthermore, of the games developed around the influenza and general vaccinations, they have been widely researched as preventive and care engagement tools. In a systematic review [16], published in 2016, that highlighted these games, none utilized behavioral change theory. Additionally, they lacked specific evaluation methodologies and long-term assessments of the games [16].…”

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“…In a systematic review [16], published in 2016, that highlighted these games, none utilized behavioral change theory. Additionally, they lacked specific evaluation methodologies and long-term assessments of the games [16]. To our current knowledge, there is only one interactive game that exclusively explores improving HPV vaccination for boys and girls aged 11 to 12 years [13].…”

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confidence: 99%

Utilizing Theories and Evaluation in Digital Gaming Interventions to Increase Human Papillomavirus Vaccination Among Young Males: Qualitative Study

Darville¹,

Burns²,

Chavanduka³

et al. 2021

JMIR Serious Games

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Background Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the United States. HPV attributes to most cancers including anal, oral, cervical, and penile. Despite infection rates in the United States, recommendations and communication campaigns have traditionally focused on females. Because of this, males lack knowledge about reasons for vaccination, the benefits of being vaccinated, and their HPV risk, overall. Gaming as a health education strategy can be beneficial as mechanism that can promote behavior change for this key demographic because of the popularity of gaming. Objective We sought to explore the relationship between gamification and HPV vaccine uptake. Methods Interviews were conducted with experts (n=22) in the fields of cancer prevention, sexual and reproductive health, public health, game design, technology, and health communication on how a game should be developed to increase HPV vaccination rates among males. Results Overwhelmingly, theoretical models such as the health belief model were identified with key constructs such as self-efficacy and risk perception. Experts also suggested using intervention mapping and logic models as planning tools for health promotion interventions utilizing a digital game as a medium. In game and out of game measures were discussed as assessments for quality and impact by our expert panel. Conclusions This study shows that interventions should focus on whether greater utilization of serious games, and the incorporation of theory and standardized methods, can encourage young men to get vaccinated and to complete the series of HPV vaccinations.

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“…This app lets players manage various resources and perform actions to control yellow fever epidemics. The review of the existing literature conducted by Ohannessian et al [20] clearly explains that serious games focusing on vaccinations could be a useful educational tool for decision makers.…”

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Development of Serious Games (Equit’Game) to Address Health and Environmental Inequalities: Protocol for an App-Delivered Program to Perform a Territorial Diagnosis

Talantikite¹,

Renou²,

Magdelaine³

et al. 2020

JMIR Res Protoc

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Background Territorial diagnosis is a prerequisite for local actions concerning public health and for the reduction of social, environmental, and health-related inequalities. To orient local programs or initiatives targeting health inequalities, policymakers need a simulation of territorial diagnosis tools. Yet, very few platforms have been developed for the purpose of guiding public authorities as they seek to reduce these social inequalities. Objective This study aimed to describe the design and methods of the development process of a territorial diagnosis tool based on a serious game named Equit’Game that puts learners at the heart of the territorial diagnosis process, asking them to review the current state of health, environmental state, and socioeconomic state of their territory. Methods The realistic situations employed in our serious game should encourage players, in a fun and playful manner, to (1) appropriate the data of their own territory, (2) apply their methodological knowledge in a practical way, (3) reflect on the most pertinent statistical or spatial tools for their situation, and (4) ultimately, to acquire new knowledge and skills in the use of territorial diagnosis tools with a spatial dynamic. Equit’Game was deployed over the course of a week’s training and structured into 4 levels: level 1, Dataminer (identifying relevant information to respond to the question); level 2, Analyst (selecting the appropriate method of analysis); level 3, Atlas (mapping the data); and level 4, Cluster (extraction of statistical and spatial information). Equit’Game has also been designed as a sort of virtual campus, creating a fun learning environment in which each door represents a level. Users can access Equit’Game via a platform compatible with tablets, PCs, and mobile phones. Results In the first step, we tested our application interface designed especially for adults among a panel of local health professionals. The following are some of the most relevant points: font size and colors used, voice accompaniment in texts and messages guiding the user, clear and easy interfaces, and the change between successive game levels. In the second step, we used our application, Equit’Game, with postgraduate students from the School of Public Health (École des hautes études en santé publique). At the end of the game session, we conducted a satisfaction survey, including several items covering both the application interface and the execution of the game. Conclusions Equit’Game was developed to help learners with the techniques of territorial diagnosis, with the aim of creating an innovative tool for public health capable of conveying educational messages and providing a structure for training. International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID) PRR1-10.2196/11786

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A systematic review of serious video games used for vaccination

Cited by 28 publications

References 12 publications

Developing a Serious Videogame for Preteens to Motivate HPV Vaccination Decision Making:Land of Secret Gardens

Developing a Serious Videogame for Preteens to Motivate HPV Vaccination Decision Making:Land of Secret Gardens

Utilizing Theories and Evaluation in Digital Gaming Interventions to Increase Human Papillomavirus Vaccination Among Young Males: Qualitative Study

Development of Serious Games (Equit’Game) to Address Health and Environmental Inequalities: Protocol for an App-Delivered Program to Perform a Territorial Diagnosis

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