A National Study of Racial-Ethnic Differences in COVID-19 Concerns Among Older Americans: Evidence From the Health and Retirement Study

This study looks at internet usage of older adults through the California Health Interview Survey to examine how social determinants of health and socioeconomic levels can impact access to health information. Results found that minorities with lower levels of socioeconomic status are most impacted by a digital divide and access to health information via the internet.

Resource Details

• Population: Adults Aged 65 and Older
• Setting/Context of Implementation: Community
• Topics of Practice: Data Collection and Analysis
• Outcomes of Interest: Reduction of Health Disparities
• Level of Evidence: Emerging
• Tools or Materials Included in Resource: No
• Social Determinants of Health: Healthcare Access and Quality|Social and Community Context
• Outside of US: No