Jyotsna Changrani1, Francesca Gany. 1. Center for Immigrant Health, New York University School of Medicine, New York 10016, USA. Jyotsna@med.nyu.edu
Abstract
UNLABELLED: The online population is becoming increasingly diverse. Cancer information websites are a popular destination. However, culturally-appropriate cancer information websites are lacking. METHODS: An Internet behavior and preference study was conducted in Caribbean immigrant women. 60 English-speaking Caribbean immigrant women in New York City participated in website review sessions. RESULTS: Three-quarters of the participants used computers regularly. Over 80% accessed the Internet from home. Over 50% felt confident using the Internet. However, only 6% used the Internet to search for health information. CONCLUSION: A "cultural digital divide" exists. The Internet should be tailored to immigrants to facilitate web-based cancer education.
UNLABELLED: The online population is becoming increasingly diverse. Cancer information websites are a popular destination. However, culturally-appropriate cancer information websites are lacking. METHODS: An Internet behavior and preference study was conducted in Caribbean immigrant women. 60 English-speaking Caribbean immigrant women in New York City participated in website review sessions. RESULTS: Three-quarters of the participants used computers regularly. Over 80% accessed the Internet from home. Over 50% felt confident using the Internet. However, only 6% used the Internet to search for health information. CONCLUSION: A "cultural digital divide" exists. The Internet should be tailored to immigrants to facilitate web-based cancer education.