Bridging the gap in healthcare: creating an online health information prototype for individuals with intellectual disabilities to promote equity and knowledge transfer

Researchers conducted unstructured interviews with two focus groups comprising 20 adults with mild-to-moderate intellectual disabilities and their caretakers. The process involved iterative feedback on content comprehensibility and website usability. The final prototype addressed four main topics—nutrition, medical specialization, first aid, and patient information—presented in easy-to-read language supported by pictorial content and following web accessibility guidelines. The findings indicate that a website format is a feasible method for delivering health information to this population. The study provides a foundational basis for further research into digital health applications for people with intellectual disabilities.