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[Developing Japanese version of the eHealth Literacy Scale (eHEALS)].

Seigo Mitsutake1, Ai Shibata, Kaori Ishii

  • 1Graduate School of Sport Sciences, Waseda University.

[Nihon Koshu Eisei Zasshi] Japanese Journal of Public Health
|September 13, 2011
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The Japanese version of the eHealth Literacy Scale (J-eHEALS) is a valid and reliable tool for assessing ehealth literacy in Japanese adults. Higher ehealth literacy is linked to better use of online health information and is associated with specific demographic factors.

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Area of Science:

  • Health Informatics
  • Psychometrics
  • Public Health

Context:

  • The proliferation of internet-based health information necessitates robust assessment tools for ehealth literacy.
  • The original eHealth Literacy Scale (eHEALS) required adaptation and validation for the Japanese population.
  • Understanding ehealth literacy is crucial for individuals to effectively navigate and utilize online health resources.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the validity and reliability of a Japanese version of the eHealth Literacy Scale (J-eHEALS).
  • To examine the association between ehealth literacy and demographic characteristics among Japanese adults.
  • To explore the relationship between ehealth literacy and patterns of health information seeking behavior.

Summary:

  • A cross-sectional survey of 3,000 Japanese adults assessed the J-eHEALS, demographic attributes, health resources, and ehealth content.
  • Confirmatory factor analysis, correlation analyses, and reliability tests (Cronbach's alpha, test-retest) were performed.
  • The J-eHEALS demonstrated strong validity and reliability, with scores varying significantly by gender, age, income, and internet search frequency.

Impact:

  • The J-eHEALS is confirmed as a valid and reliable instrument for measuring ehealth literacy in Japan.
  • Findings suggest that enhancing ehealth literacy is vital for effective and appropriate utilization of internet-based health information.
  • The study highlights demographic factors associated with higher ehealth literacy, informing targeted health education initiatives.