To investigate the experiences with digital health services and willingness to use them from the dual perspective of home-dwelling older adults and their family caregivers.
Key Findings:
Older adults have a relatively low overall use rate of digital health services but report high satisfaction, prioritizing safety and privacy.
Caregivers focus on effectively using digital health technologies to improve care quality and efficiency.
There is a widening digital divide, with older adults often having limited digital health skills and low health literacy.
Interpretation:
The study reveals differing perceptions and needs regarding digital health services between older adults and their caregivers.
Limitations:
The study is limited to a specific geographic area in China, which may affect the generalizability of the findings.
The qualitative nature of the study may not capture all quantitative aspects of digital health service usage.
Conclusion:
Understanding the experiences and needs of older adults and their caregivers regarding digital health services is essential.
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