Factors Associated with Telehealth Utilization among Older African Americans in South Los Angeles during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Tavonia EkweghSharon CobbEdward K AdinkrahRoberto VargasLucy W KibeHumberto SanchezJoe WallerHoorolnesa AmeliMohsen BazarganPublished in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2023)
Access and integration of telehealth services were highlighted as challenges for this population of African Americans. To reduce disparities, expansion of subsidized wireless internet access in marginalized communities is necessitated. Education outreach and training by healthcare systems and community health workers to improve uptake of telehealth currently and post-COVID-19 should be considered.