Holman, LucyWalsh, GregUzoma, Ada2019-04-012019-04-012018-12UB_2018_Uzoma_Ahttp://hdl.handle.net/11603/13294M.S. -- University of Baltimore, 2018Thesis submitted to the Yale Gordon College of Arts and Sciences of the University of Baltimore in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Interaction Design and Information ArchitectureSmartphone applications have the ability to improve population health, mostly because of their widespread use; their rapid technological advancements and updates; and their use of features such as geolocation, video and audio recording, and internet access. In recent years, the internet has given rise to a phenomenon known as user-generated content (UGC). This paper explores usage of natural remedies, user-generated content, and user reviews and how the three concepts can be leveraged in the creation of a mobile application.84 leavesapplication/pdfen-USAttribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 United StatesThis item may be protected under Title 17 of the U.S. Copyright Law. It is made available by the University of Baltimore for non-commercial research and educational purposes.natural remediesmobile appscrowdsourcinguser generated contenthealthcareComplementary and alternative medicine (CAM)User Experience DesignMobile Applicationmobile devicessmartphonesnatural curescrowd sourcingCrowdsourced Alternative Healthcare: Mobile Applications for User-Generated Natural RemediesText