We have had an absolutely amazing Health Information Week. It has been brilliant to see all of your fabulous resources and to hear so many people talking about the importance of health literacy. Local councils have a huge role to play in signposting trusted health information. Spaces like libraries and community centres are invaluable. We are thrilled to see the results of our Knowledge is Power report featured on the Local Government Association website this week: https://lnkd.in/eaxuykCF Thanks as well to Libby Whittaker from Self-Care Forum for helping to raise awareness of our work. We are so lucky to have such supportive partners, and members, who recognise the value of collaboration. We're finishing up our activity for Health Information Week now, but remember the event runs until Sunday. And, of course, we will continue to shout about the importance of trusted, credible health information throughout the year. #HIW2025 #HealthLiteracy #HealthInformation #PatientInformation
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Future-focused Public Health Practitioner | Health Literacy | Process Improvement | Visionary
On the list of things I am enthused about this week - recently, the 3rd edition of the Universal Precautions Toolkit was released. For those who may not know, this toolkit is one of the essential texts in health literacy and federal government-related health literacy initiatives. In the past, the focus of health literacy was mostly on the individual level, and with this new edition, it seems that more emphasis is being placed on organizational health literacy. Read more ⬇️⬇️ #healthliteracy #universalprecautions #publichealth
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Provider Partnership Strategist | Catalyst for Growth in Digital Health Channels | Leading DEIJ Initiatives and Alliances
Have you ever felt your head swivel a bit when listening to a health expert or perhaps even your own doctor? 😫 Or maybe it's the summary of your visit that looks like it has a few foreign languages intermixed. 😕 If you ever have the chance to meet Lisa K. Fitzpatrick MD, MPH, MPA, a leading expert on public health, you'll be doing much more smiling than head swiveling. Talking to her feels like you’re catching up with an old friend; there's an ease, a calm, and clarity in everything she says. You trust her because you get what she's saying. 💡 💡 💡 It's this ability to build trust through communication that is the secret genius of Dr. Lisa. 🔦 Dr. Lisa has identified a gap in the effort for health literacy and is using her most valuable skill to place trust at the center of the effort to improve health literacy in underserved communities through her work at Grapevine Health. 🍇 How have you seen health literacy play a role in health outcomes? 🤔 How can health plans build trust and improve health literacy with those they serve? 🤔 Read more about their innovative approach to health literacy in my #HEALTHtEQUITY blog: #Healthliteracy #digitalhealth #womendoctors #Blackphysicians #healthequity #trust #healthdisparities #dei #healthtech
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Organizational (and systematically organized) approaches to addressing low/limited health literacy are still rare and incompletely documented. To this end, go Humana. The data-driven, evidence-guided, company-wide steps that they have taken can be a model for other health plans and systems. #healthliteracy #healthequity J. Nwando Olayiwola, MD, MPH, FAAFP (she/her) Candy Magaña Stan Hudson Helen Osborne Michael Villaire Howard Koh
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October is Health Literacy Month — a time to recognize the importance of making health information easy to understand and the health care system easier to navigate. We are dedicated to empowering patients by putting your health in your hands. Visit the link below for more information on this year's initiatives for Health Literacy Month. #yourhealthinyourhands #wisepatientai #healthliteracy #healthrecords #patientempowerment #resources #healthcare
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Why is health literacy important? The aim of the week is here to help people access clear, reliable health information and make informed choices about their wellbeing. With a focus on improving health literacy, this campaign aims to reduce misinformation and empower individuals to take control of their health. https://lnkd.in/eNHEzcSi
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Health literacy, health equity and trust are all such complex topics, and they each have a massive impact on health outcomes and society as a whole. I look forward to speaking with Kristine Sørensen 🍀, Sara Rotenberg, and Christelle Foucault in a panel discussion at #IHLASummit to explore how we can practically encourage improvements across all areas - working to create more inclusive and sustainable healthcare systems.
Trust in health systems is linked to health literacy. If health systems are not viewed as trustworthy, people may use inaccurate and less reputable sources of health information – which could lead to worse health outcomes. In contrast, greater health literacy can make people feel empowered to participate in their care – and that reinforces trust in health systems. The Health Policy Partnership is attending the Global Health Literacy Summit in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, and leading a roundtable exploring the links between health literacy, trust and health equity on Wednesday 18 September from 11:00–12:15 CEST (10:00–11:15 BST). Moderated by HPP Associate Director Lucy Morgan, the event will bring together multidisciplinary experts to discuss how we can improve health literacy among traditionally under-represented communities, and use the power of social media to counter misinformation by providing clear, accessible public health messaging. The roundtable is taking place in support of the ‘A Million Conversations’ project, initiated and funded by Sanofi. The event builds on the conclusions of our international policy report – released this summer – which explored the link between trust and health literacy. We look forward to sharing the insights from this session. https://lnkd.in/dtj9fRDY
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Did you know October 1-31 is Health Literacy Month? Health literacy is an essential skill that allows individuals to make informed health decisions, communicate effectively with healthcare providers, and engage in preventive practices. There are two ways to interpret Health literacy: Personal Health Literacy refers to an individual's ability to find, understand, and utilize information and services to make informed decisions about their own health and the health of others. Organizational Health Literacy describes how effectively organizations assist everyone in accessing, understanding, and using information and services to make health-related decisions for themselves and others. Improving health literacy can lead to a healthier and more informed community. Fidelis Care NJ members can visit the Wellness Connections resources at the link below: https://bit.ly/3Y9S9Ey
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📚 What We’re Reading — Advancing Health Equity Through Health Literacy 📚 The latest insights from Health Affairs highlight the critical role health literacy plays in ensuring equitable healthcare access and outcomes. 🔍 Key Takeaways: Empower Patients: Improving health literacy enables patients to make informed decisions, understand their treatment options, and better manage their health. Reduce Disparities: By addressing health literacy gaps, we can mitigate disparities in healthcare access and outcomes, particularly for underserved communities. Organizational Commitment: Healthcare organizations must embed health literacy into their policies, practices, and communications to create a more inclusive and effective healthcare environment. #HealthEquity #HealthLiteracy
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As you start 2025, it's time to take a closer look at the CDC Action Plan to Improve Health Literacy, which provides a blueprint for efforts to improve health literacy across all sectors involved in health information and services. What action steps are you planning? #healthliteracy #CDC #empoweredpatients https://lnkd.in/gyAYyYSW
