Online decentralized systems and the fight against pediatric cancer

Abstract

This article discusses the use of Web 2.0 participatory online platforms in the specific case of pediatric oncology in the portuguese context. We present the initiative to build an online site for information about pediatric oncology, where initially was decided to adopt a rigid structure in the management of informational content, focusing on safety and quality of information. Looking to explore new possibilities of using the website by users, It was made a study about the context of web 2.0 in order to further contribute to an expanded awareness of the potential of the available resources from their universe of users. Finally, we proceed with the analysis of the efficiency of decentralized systems online to mobilize citizen action and solidarity through Web 2.0 applications, seeking to expand the critical reflection on the implications for the use of such funds with the specific case of Portuguese pediatric oncology.