Health Literacy and Global Cognitive Function Predict E-Mail but Not Internet Use in Heart Failure Patients

• Main Authors: Jared P. Schprechman (Author), Emily C. Gathright (Author), Carly M. Goldstein (Author), Kate A. Guerini (Author), Mary A. Dolansky (Author), Joseph Redle (Author), Joel W. Hughes (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Hindawi Limited, 2013-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background. The internet offers a potential for improving patient knowledge, and e-mail may be used in patient communication with providers. However, barriers to internet and e-mail use, such as low health literacy and cognitive impairment, may prevent patients from using technological resources. Pu...