Oral Cancer and Twitter: An Analysis of Oral Cancer Awareness Month Tweets

TL;DR

This study analyzed tweets during Oral Cancer Awareness Month to understand how social media is used to raise awareness about oral cancer.

Contribution

The study provides a detailed analysis of Twitter content and engagement during Oral Cancer Awareness Month.

Findings

Over 5,500 English tweets were analyzed covering topics like cancer awareness and oral health.

Most tweets were posted by individuals, with the majority originating from the USA.

Abstract

Objective: The objective of this research was to assess Twitter usage during Oral Cancer Awareness Month and explore the content and engagement related to oral cancer.

Methods: A comprehensive search was performed using relevant hashtags and keywords related to oral cancer on Twitter throughout the oral cancer awareness month, April 2022. All extracted tweets that match the inclusion criteria were analyzed for content, users were classified, and their countries were identified.

Result: A total of 5551 English tweets were identified during Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and 5543 were included in the analysis covering a wide range of oral cancer-related topics. The analyzed tweets encompassed a diverse range of topics, from cancer and oral health to oncology, cancer research, cancer awareness, and even discussions related to alcohol. We found that the majority of users who post on Twitter were individuals. The most common tweets were posted from the USA.

Conclusions: This study provides an analysis of Twitter activity during Oral Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting the diverse range of content being shared, offering valuable insights. The findings demonstrate the importance of leveraging social media platforms to disseminate information and raise awareness. With a strategic approach to social media, organizations and individuals worldwide have the power to amplify their message, attract attention, and effectively advocate for oral cancer awareness.

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