The Role of Social Support in Telehealth Utilization Among Older Adults in the United States During the COVID-19 Pandemic

被引:7
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作者
Chung, Grace S. [1 ]
Ellimoottil, Chad S. [2 ]
McCullough, Jeffrey S. [1 ]
机构
[1] Univ Michigan, Dept Hlth Management & Policy, Sch Publ Hlth, M3048 SPH 2,1415 Washington Hts, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 USA
[2] Univ Michigan, Dept Urol, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 USA
来源
TELEMEDICINE REPORTS | 2021年 / 2卷 / 01期
关键词
telehealth; social support; COVID-19; aging;
D O I
10.1089/tmr.2021.0025
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R19 [保健组织与事业(卫生事业管理)];
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摘要
Background: Older adults may experience a significant digital divide and need support with using technology to transition to telehealth. This study examines the role of social support for telehealth utilization among older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. Materials and Methods: We used data from the COVID-19 Sample Person Interview to the National Health and Aging Trends Study. Using logistic regression, we measured the association between telehealth utilization and social support. Results: Nearly one in five respondents used telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic (weighted %: 20.6 [585/3188]). Currently living with family or friends and receipt of technical support were associated with telehealth utilization. Among residents of an assisted living facility, those who received communications technology support from the facility were more likely to use telehealth. Conclusion: Health care providers and policies should aim to reduce barriers to telehealth among older adults, with efforts such as digital literacy support and training.
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页码:273 / 276
页数:4
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