Factors predicting eHealth literacy: A profile of California, USA.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Given the known benefits of enhanced eHealth literacy in promoting patient health, identifying segments of the patient population at risk for low eHealth literacy can provide avenues for health professionals to promote enhanced eHealth skills through targeted outreach and intervention. The purpose of this study was to examine factors associated with eHealth literacy and to identify disparities in eHealth literacy in California.

Methods

Using survey data from the 2020 CALSPEAKS survey, ordinary least squares regression was performed on measures of self-assessed eHealth literacy to identify associated factors (N = 780).

Results

Findings showed that the strongest and most consistent predictors of eHealth literacy included self-rated health, a proxy measu

SUBMITTER: Berkowsky RW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12270070 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature