نبذة مختصرة : Introduction: Health information is a basis for connecting societies with health and treatment systems. People with a correct understanding of diseases can manage their health conditions. The study aims to investigate the health information-seeking behavior of nursing and pre-hospital emergency students in Abhar, Iran. Methods: The present research used a survey descriptive method and a quantitative approach. Of all Faculty of Nursing and Pre-Hospital Emergencies students in Abhar, Iran, 450 were chosen. Using Morgan’s table, 208 people were chosen as the statistical population. A questionnaire was distributed to all students to collect data, and finally, 210 questionnaires were completed and collected. The collected information was analyzed using SPSS version 2021 and Excel 2016 software. Results: The findings showed that 95.2% of the students have a bachelor’s degree. The smartphone is primarily used to search and access health information. Among printed sources, medical books were used more than other sources. Among the most important information channels for obtaining health information from the student’s point of view are TV/radio, the internet, social networks, physicians, colleagues, and universities or hospitals. Influential factors in evaluating health information acquisition channels include fresh and innovative content, up-to-date information and etc. Conclusion: Students use print sources and health information acquisition channels (digital media, individuals, and organizations) to meet their needs to provide health information, and in this way, they face obstacles and problems. Therefore, paying attention to the quality, validation, trust, and up-to-dateness of information can help students find the right way to seek information.
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