Exploring factors influencing the adoption and use of digital health technology for HIV management among older adults living with HIV: A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The intersection of aging and HIV presents unique challenges in healthcare, with older adults living with HIV experiencing compounded health issues. Advances in technology, including digital health tools, offer opportunities to improve self-management and care delivery. However, older adults living with HIV face barriers in adopting these digital health tools due to socio-cultural factors and technological challenges.

Objective

This study explores the factors influencing the adoption of digital health technologies for HIV management among older adults, aiming to identify strategies to improve accessibility and effectiveness of these tools.

Methods

A qualitative descriptive study using interviews was conducted within a larger research program on virtual care

SUBMITTER: Kokorelias KM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12449646 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature