The Relationship Between E-Health Literacy Level and Healthcare Demand Postponement Behavior
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Objective: The study aims to determine the relationship between e-health literacy levels and the behavior of delaying healthcare demand. The association of this impact dimension has also been examined in terms of demographic variables. Materials and Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study used a survey method with 684 participants. Data collection involved a personal information form, e-health literacy, and a health service postponement behavior questionnaire. Results: According to the research findings, no significant difference was found between hospital admission and e-health literacy (p=0.491). However, a significant difference was observed between hospital admission and health service postponement behavior (p
Author: Altuğ Çağatay
Institution: Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa Üniversitesi
Language: English
Subfield: General Health Professions
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4399467809