Birgitta Johansson
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Birgitta Johansson is a leading researcher in supportive cancer care, with a particular focus on the well-being of informal caregivers. Her work centers on the intersection of digital health innovation and psychosocial support, especially for those caring for patients with head and neck cancer. In her landmark 2023 study, Johansson developed a Positive Design Framework for Carer eSupport, a qualitative investigation that directly addressed the critical gap in resources for spouses, relatives, and friends thrust into caregiving roles. This study, which has already garnered 15 citations, revealed that informal caregivers are often profoundly unprepared for the demands of home-based treatment. Johansson’s major contribution lies in translating these insights into actionable, user-centered digital tools that promote caregiver resilience and reduce burden. Her research is notable for its compassionate, human-centered approach, moving beyond patient outcomes to holistically support the entire care ecosystem. By pioneering evidence-based eSupport interventions, Johansson is reshaping how healthcare systems recognize and empower the invisible workforce of informal caregivers, making her work essential reading for students and professionals in oncology nursing, health informatics, and psychosocial care.
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