CHI papers researching healthcare human-computer interaction (HCI) are increasingly
reporting the use of “thematic analysis”(TA). TA refers to a range of flexible and evolving …

Objective The aim of this study was to examine trends in the intended users and
functionalities advertised by menstrual tracking apps to identify gaps in personas and …

Social stigma and human exceptionalism have contributed to unsustainable menstrual
products and a neglect for the nutrients in menstrual blood that can enrich soil. In a …

Menstrual tracking is a mechanism widely engaged towards preserving menstrual dignity, as
natural birth control, for ensuring adequate preparation for an upcoming cycle, among other …

Observing the texture, color, and conductivity of cervical mucus has the potential to support
menstrual cycle and fertility tracking, generating a layer of rich bodily, tactile/haptic …

Algorithmic systems have infiltrated many aspects of our society, mundane to high-stakes,
and can lead to algorithmic harms known as representational and allocative. In this paper …

As data-driven health technologies such as mobile health apps, wearable devices, and
smart medical devices advance and become more pervasive, the datafication of personal …

A detailed understanding of the mental health needs of people from refugee backgrounds is
crucial for the design of inclusive mental health technologies. We present a qualitative …

Pregnancy is a significant but stressful life transition, requiring effort from multiple
stakeholders including expectant parents, family members, and friends to navigate. Existing …

Ubiquitous wearable and mobile technologies generate vast amounts of data from sensors
and self-logging applications. This data creates opportunities to better understand people's …