Table 4.
Usage of eHealth for communication, community, and care purposes by Internet users (N = 180–184)
| Number | Percentage | |
|---|---|---|
| Communication | ||
| Make an appointment with a health care professional or organization | 19 | 10 |
| Pose question to my health care professional via the Internet | 22 | 12 |
| Order medication | 28 | 15 |
| Search for a health care professional review | 6 | 3 |
| Post a health care professional review | 5 | 3 |
| Community | ||
| Read along with an online support group | 11 | 6 |
| Send posting to online support group | 9 | 5 |
| Contact via chat/Facebook | 15 | 8 |
| Care | ||
| Participation in a self-help course | 3 | 2 |
| Search for supportive care options | 9 | 5 |