In the digital age: a systematic literature review of the e-health literacy and influencing factors among Chinese older adults

ConclusionCurrent e-health literacy among Chinese older adults is low, which is affected by a number of factors. Medical staff should provide detailed health information with guaranteed accuracy and reliability for elderly people. It is necessary to develop intervention programs tailored to varied educational needs of the elderly with different backgrounds (i.e., age, gender, educational attainment, and socioeconomic status) need to be developed in the near future. Family members are encouraged to teach older adults how to use e-health resource in appropriate ways.
Source: Journal of Public Health - Category: Health Management Source Type: research