Seniors Shy Away From Using Internet To Diagnose Health Problems
A new report shows that less than 20 percent of the age group turn to the internet when they have a question about their ailments or health.
Los Angeles Times:
Senior Citizens Rarely Consult Dr. Google For Medical Advice, Study Says
Senior citizens need more medical care than anyone else in the United States. And the Internet is chock full of health information. Yet seniors are far less likely than other adults to tap into it, new research shows. A report published Tuesday in the Journal of the American Medical Assn. found that only about 18% of participants in the National Health and Aging Trends Study got health information online in 2014. That pales in comparison with the approximately 60% of adults of all ages who have told the Pew Research Center that they consult Dr. Google at least once a year. (Kaplan, 8/2)
In other health technology news —
Capital Public Radio:
Virtual Dental Office Offers Safe, Effective Care
Alma Negreta's son, Leonardo, is one of over 200 students at Harmon Johnson Elementary School who receive oral care through a virtual dental office located on school grounds. The virtual office places dental hygienists into the elementary schools. Hygienists clean teeth, treat cavities, and teach brushing and flossing techniques. Patient x-rays and charts are electronically sent to dentists for review to create a dental treatment plan. (Johnson, 8/2)