for health information with recent focus centering on the Internet. However, few
studies have examined the characteristics of individuals who consult multiple
channels rather than relying on a single channel to acquire health information. This
study replicates, updates, and advances the existing knowledge on audience
characteristics that are associated with channel selection for health information. An
analysis of 5,626 adult data drawn from the 2007 Health Information National
Trends Survey indicates distinctive characteristics of the audiences who select a particular channel over others as their primary health information channel. A
majority of individuals used multiple channels, and print media and healthcare
providers were the most frequently sought supplementary channels. A lingering
issue on information gaps, particularly in terms of education, does deserve
attention. The implications for strategic channel selections for effective health
communication campaigns are discussed.