Feb 9, 2026
Digital Health Interventions: Social Media
“Breast Cancer Survivorship and Digital Health
Our narrative review titled “The Use of Social Media Interventions for Breast Cancer Survivors”
Breast cancer survivors increasingly turn to social media for information, connection, and support. As digital platforms become embedded in survivorship care, it is important to understand their potential benefits, limitations, and role alongside traditional healthcare models.
Key Findings / Results
Our review found that social media interventions for breast cancer survivors may:
Support knowledge acquisition and health education
Facilitate peer-to-peer support and shared lived experiences
Enhance emotional support and engagement, particularly during survivorship transitions
Improve access to care-related information beyond clinical settings
However, the literature also highlights concerns around misinformation, variable quality of content, and mixed effects on mental health, underscoring the need for thoughtful design and oversight.
Outcomes and Implications
Social media has potential as a complementary survivorship support tool, not a replacement for clinical care
Clinician involvement and evidence-informed moderation may enhance safety and impact
There is a clear need for rigorous, outcomes-based research evaluating clinical, psychosocial, and equity-related effects
ConclusionWhen used thoughtfully, social media interventions may play a meaningful role in modern breast cancer survivorship care. Future research should focus on effectiveness, safety, and integration into patient-centred care models.”