Exploring digital health literacy clusters in a Norwegian stroke survivor population-A cross-sectional study (NORFAST).

ABSTRACT:

Background

Digital health technologies play a pivotal role in stroke prevention and rehabilitation. However, variations in digital health literacy (DHL) among stroke survivors may impede effective use of these tools. Understanding DHL-profiles and their influencing factors is essential for tailoring interventions.

Aim

This study aimed to identify DHL-profiles among stroke survivors and possible associations with sociodemographic and clinical characteristics.

Methods

We conducted a cross-sectional study with 177 first-time stroke patients (2021-2022) from the Norwegian stroke registry. DHL was measured using the eHealth Literacy Questionnaire. Cluster analysis identified DHL profiles, and multinomial regression explored associations with sociodemographic and clinical v

SUBMITTER: Linnestad AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12484892 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature