A Study on the Current Status and Enhancement Pathways of Electronic Health Literacy among Middle-aged and Elderly People in Guangzhou City

Corresponding author: Shi Rong-li

DOI: 10.12201/bmr.202404.00032

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  Abstract: Purpose/Significance This study aims to analyze the dynamic changes in electronic health literacy levels among the elderly and middle-aged population, explore their weaknesses, and provide insights for improving their electronic health literacy. Methods/Process A combined online and offline questionnaire survey was conducted among 505 middle-aged and elderly individuals in Guangzhou city. The results were analyzed using the statistical software SPSS 24.0. Results/Conclusions In this survey, the average electronic health literacy score for the middle-aged and elderly population was 33.88±10.92, indicating a moderate level. The main weakness in their electronic health literacy lies in the insufficient ability to interact with and evaluate health information. Individual factors were identified as the primary influencers of electronic health literacy among this demographic. Government departments should increase policy and financial support for digital health adaptations for the elderly. Communities should implement support models that facilitate intergenerational assistance. Designers of digital health applications should adhere to elderly-friendly modifications centered on the needs of middle-aged and older users.The elderly and middle-aged population should not internalize age-related discrimination from society.

  Key words: middle-aged and elderly people；eHealth Literacy；elderly-oriented；Guang Zhou city

  Submit time: 26 April 2024

  Copyright: The copyright holder for this preprint is the author/funder, who has granted biomedRxiv a license to display the preprint in perpetuity.
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