This study examines US adults with learning disabilities' health information-seeking behaviors using PIAAC data. It aims to answer questions about preferred sources based on gender, race, literacy, and numeracy skills, and how lifelong learning impacts health seeking. Wilson's Information Seeking Behavior model is used as the theoretical…

Background: The subpopulation of adults depends on non-online health information sources including their social networks and health professionals, to the exclusion of online sources. In view of the digital divide and health information disparities, the roles of race/ethnicity and digital skills are yet to be explored. Methods: A nationally…