A new poll reveals that while the majority of adults over 50 seek health information online, 74% distrust AI-generated content. Additionally, many struggle to identify false information, with trust highest in health professionals and official health websites. This highlights the need for accessible, trustworthy health information, especially for vulnerable populations. Click here for article.
AI Distrust: 74% of older adults have little or no trust in health information generated by AI.
Difficulty Spotting Misinformation: 20% of older adults lack confidence in recognizing health misinformation, with higher rates in vulnerable groups.
Trust in Healthcare Providers: 84% receive health info from providers, pharmacists, or trusted individuals, rating them as highly trustworthy.
Website Trust: While 58% use online health sites, sites from health systems, government agencies, and nonprofits are considered more trustworthy than commercial sites.
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