Patterns of cancer-related health information seeking and receipt among Hispanic and non-Hispanic childhood cancer survivors.

197Background: Because childhood cancer survivors (CCS) report a high number of unmet cancer-related information needs, knowing where CCS access information may provide insights into appropriate delivery systems to address information deficits. Active seeking of health information among CCS is associated with positive health behaviors, including adherence to follow-up care. This study examined patterns of cancer-related health information seeking as an indicator of health care engagement. Methods: Participants (N = 193) were young adult CCS diagnosed with any cancer type in Los Angeles County, 54% Hispanic, with a mean age of 19.87, and at least two years from treatment. CCS were asked where they accessed health information related to their cancer with 8 response options which were categorized into four information domains: hospital resources, social media, other survivors, and family members. Multivariable logistic regression was used to assess correlates of each information domain, including sociodemogr...