Tag Archives: health literacy

Aug. 25: Health Literacy Workshop at HS/HSL

Posted on August 17, 2020 by ebrown

Are you aware of your patients’ ability to understand and act on the information you give them? There is evidence that health care providers overestimate what patients are able to understand. Low health literacy is associated with higher mortality, higher … Continue reading →

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Explaining COVID-19 Using Plain Language

Posted on April 25, 2020 by ebrown

Recent news stories related to populations that are being hit hardest with COVID-19 have brought to light the need for information written at a reading level that is accessible to everyone, also known as plain language. This can be a challenge … Continue reading →

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Enhancing Patient Outcomes through Clear Health Communication

Posted on June 18, 2019 by HS/HSL

Are you aware of your patients’ ability to understand and act on the information you give them? There is evidence that health care providers overestimate what patients are able to understand. Low health literacy is associated with higher mortality, higher … Continue reading →

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Enhancing Patient Outcomes through Clear Health Communication

Posted on February 25, 2019 by HS/HSL

Are you aware of your patients’ ability to understand and act on the information you give them? There is evidence that health care providers overestimate what patients are able to understand. Low health literacy is associated with higher mortality, higher … Continue reading →

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Health Information Resources for Culturally Diverse Patients Workshop

Posted on September 19, 2018 by ebrown

                  Health Information Resources for Culturally Diverse Patients Monday, October 8th, 2018 Noon – 1:00 pm Lower level of the HS/HSL                  Room LL03 If you provide care for patients/clients with limited English … Continue reading →

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