The impact of digital literacy on the health behavior of rural older adults: evidence from China

This study provides crucial policy implications for promoting healthy aging and digital inclusion in rural China, including investing in rural digital infrastructure, implementing digital literacy training programs, and guiding rural older adults to effectively apply digital platforms for health-related purposes.

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BMC Public Health
Published
2025-03-07
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-025-21964-5
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16
Primary Topic
Technology Use by Older Adults
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article
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The impact of digital literacy on the health behavior of rural older adults: evidence from China

Rui Li, Jiaxin Shao, D L Gao
16 citations
BMC Public Health
Technology Use by Older Adults
89.47
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The impact of digital literacy on the health behavior of rural older adults: evidence from China

Rui Li, Jiaxin Shao, D L Gao
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16 citations

Abstract

This study provides crucial policy implications for promoting healthy aging and digital inclusion in rural China, including investing in rural digital infrastructure, implementing digital literacy training programs, and guiding rural older adults to effectively apply digital platforms for health-related purposes.

BMC Public HealthVol. 25(1)
Dalian Maritime University (CN), Renmin University of China (CN)
Quality Education
Openalex Percentile: Top 0%
Technology Use by Older Adults
89.47
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