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Original Articles

Online Cancer Education and Immigrants: Effecting Culturally Appropriate Websites

Pages 183-186 | Published online: 13 Nov 2009
 

Abstract

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.

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