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Referência:
REDDY, Sanhita et al . Sources of health information in Brazil: a perspective from students of the federal university of Rio de Janeiro
. . Ponto de Acesso, Salvador, v. 7, n. 3, p. 59-77, dez. 2013
Descritor(es):
HEALTH INFORMATION, INFORMATION HEALTH SOURCES, INFORMATION SEEKING BEHAVIOR.
Resumo:
In Brazil, health communication and information is an important field,
but it has yet to be determined where segments of the population look for health
information. This research is a pilot study exploring the use and rating of sources of
health information of students at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ). A
survey was administered to students of 18-33 years. The questionnaire was culturally
adapted from the Health Information National Trends Survey (HINTS) of the National
Cancer Institute-USA. Preference in primary source of health information varied
slightly with age; older students depended more on physicians and medical
professionals, while younger students used the Internet. While the Internet is the
leading primary source of health information for university students, there are still
doubts as to its reliability and accuracy. Students tend to use more than one source
when finding out information on health, indicating a search process that can be
useful for program planners when developing campaigns.
Endereço eletrônico:
http://www.portalseer.ufba.br/index.php/revistaici/article/view/6104/6936 Acessado em: 26 jun. 2014
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