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Digital Health Literacy and Web-Based Information-Seeking Behaviors of University Students in Germany During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Cross-sectional Survey Study.

Kevin DadaczynskiOrkan OkanMelanie MesserAngela Yee Man LeungHelena Rafaela Vieira do RosárioEmily DarlingtonKatharina Rathmann
Published in: Journal of medical Internet research (2021)
Although digital health literacy is well developed in university students, a significant proportion of students still face difficulties with certain abilities to evaluate information. There is a need to strengthen the digital health literacy capacities of university students using tailored interventions. Improving the quality of health-related information on the internet is also key.
Keyphrases
  • health information
  • social media
  • healthcare
  • mental health
  • physical activity
  • quality improvement
  • smoking cessation