Use of new-media health information among the elderly and its effect on their health and health management
Abstract Background The aim of this study to explore the use of new-media health information and its influence on their health and health management. Methods A total of 208 elderly people in Qiqihar City were selected as the survey objects, and a questionnaire was used to investigate their access to...
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| Summary: | Abstract Background The aim of this study to explore the use of new-media health information and its influence on their health and health management. Methods A total of 208 elderly people in Qiqihar City were selected as the survey objects, and a questionnaire was used to investigate their access to health information through new-media platforms. We analyze the factors ( e.g., education、pre-retirement occupation, etc.) in the use of health information on new-media platforms.Results: Monthly income, educational level, pre-retirement occupation and attention of the new-media of the elderly had significant effects on health information acquisition (p < 0.05). Conclusion The use of new-media health information among the elderly was diversified and had an impact on their health management. We should standardize the management of new-media health information dissemination platforms and publicize the use of new-media health information in a targeted way, to improve the self-health management of the elderly and reduce their burden on the national medical system. |
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| Item Description: | 10.1186/s12889-024-19597-1 1471-2458 |