Cao, Xiongfei, and Dan Wang. "The role of online communities in reducing urban–rural health disparities in China." Journal of the Association for Information Science and Technology 69.7 (2018): 890-899.

This study examines the impact of online health communities on urban-rural health disparities in China. Utilizing a unique dataset from a community focused on a specific disease, the research employs an exponential random graph model to analyze network structures and interactions. Findings reveal that these online platforms can mitigate health inequalities by facilitating information exchange and enhancing the health capabilities of rural residents, offering insights and directions for future research.