Digital health competence: Survey for use starts in DACH region

Digital health competence: Survey for use starts in DACH region

use for digital health competence

In an increasingly digitized world, the way people are looking for is of great importance. The University of Health (HS Health) in Bochum, together with RWTH Aachen, has started a cross -border survey to better understand the digital health behavior of the population in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

goals and motivation of the survey

The survey aims to develop targeted solutions that help citizens to use digital health information more effectively. Prof. Dr. Christian Grüneberg, head of study at HS Health, emphasizes that research aims to enable targeted promotion of digital health literacy. This is particularly important in times when many people rely on digital formats of information procurement.

How the survey is carried out

The online survey is aimed at everyone who is occasionally looking for health information online or via apps. It is anonymous and only takes about 15 minutes. Interested parties can participate by the end of September 2024. The simple access to the survey could help to express their opinion on this important topic and thus contribute to improving the offers.

The influence of digitization on society

The comprehensive access to the Internet has revolutionized the possibilities for procuring information. Portable technologies and the automated processing of data change how information about health is sought and applied. Angela Arntz, a doctoral student at HS Health, emphasizes that the project should not only improve individual understanding, but should also create trust in the use of digital health resources. There is a clear need for offers that help users better navigate in the "digital jungle".

A call to participate

Every opinion counts: The survey is a valuable opportunity for citizens to share their experiences and views on the subject of digital health literacy. Click here for the survey: Participate there .

The results of this investigation could provide valuable findings for future measures and programs that aim to strengthen digital health literacy in the population. This initiative is an important step towards an informed and healthier society.

Photo: Angela Arntz and Prof. Dr. Christian Grüneberg © HS Health

Source: University of Health