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

Lin, Z. and Liu, H.

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Peer Review Study

Data Collection and Analysis
Healthcare Access and Quality
Social and Community Context
Tools Included
Outside U.S.
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Data Collection and Reporting

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.

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Outcomes of Interest

Reduction of Health Disparities

Priority Population(s)

Adults Aged 65 and Older

Setting(s) of Implementation

Community

Geographic Area of Implementation

Implementation Period

2020