Browsing University of Galway Theses by Author "Walsh, Jane"
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Developing the evidence base for a digital intervention to enhance adherence to medication in people with hypertension
Morrissey, Eimear (NUI Galway, 2018-07-17)Background. Hypertension is a chronic condition in which the blood vessels have persistently raised pressure. It is a major modifiable risk factor for both cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease. Hypertension is estimated ... -
The development of a digital intervention to promote timely presentation of breast cancer symptoms to a healthcare professional
Carr, Emma (NUI Galway, 2019-10-31)Breast cancer is the primary cause of death among women globally and in Ireland, mortality rates from breast cancer are the third highest in Europe. Early diagnosis of breast cancer is linked to more favourable outcomes ... -
The development of an online intervention for post-treatment cancer survivors with cancer-related fatigue
Corbett, Teresa (2017-02-02)Background The number of post-treatment cancer survivors in Ireland is set to increase in coming years, due to advances in screening and treatment. This group will require ongoing supportive care as many will experience ... -
An immersive virtual reality behaviour change intervention to support retired and non-working adults to reduce prolonged bouts of sedentary activity
Healy, David (NUI Galway, 2024-01-25)Background. It is currently understood that prolonged daily sedentary behaviour is independently associated with multiple morbidities and mortality across the adult lifespan. Epidemiological evidence suggests that older ...