 Welcome! Health literacy has been personal lately as I recover from shoulder surgery. Other than a little discomfort and a lot of inconvenience, I am and will be fine.
While fortunate to be treated by a skilled and caring healthcare team -- I have found that some providers are much better health communicators than others.
It is clear to me yet again that health literacy matters. As you requested, here's what's new in Health Literacy Consulting
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HLOL Podcasts
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Health Literacy Out Loud (HLOL) podcasts. Listen in on interviews with those "in the know" about health literacy. You will hear what health literacy is, why it matters, ways you can help. New HLOL podcasts:
You can now access free written transcripts for HLOL Podcasts #69-72. There is even a printer-friendly option. |
HLC How-To
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Communication Between Patients and Providers.
Ideally, health communication is a dialogue between patients and providers. Providers present information about new diagnoses, treatment options, and self-care instructions. And patients describe their symptoms, ask questions, and express opinions.
This month's HLC How-To Tip offers strategies about how providers can help patients--and how patients can help themselves--when communicating about health.
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HLC Resources
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- Health Literacy Month Checklists (PDF)
- Health Literacy Month Guide (PDF)
- Podcast Guide (PDF)
- Health Literacy Success Kit (personalized coaching by phone, plus other resources)
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HL News
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Important new health literacy papers and reports:
Health literacy conferences. There are many in-person and online health literacy learning opportunities. Here is a conference that you might especially enjoy (I won't be there this year but have participated in the past), Cancer, Culture, and Literacy: Advancing Communications.
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Boston University's Master of Science in Health Communication (MSHC) online program offers a unique multi-disciplinary format where students can learn a variety of health care and communication topics.
You'll study the framework of the U.S. health care system while honing your communication skills in marketing, social media, public relations, and more. Learn more about the award-winning MSHC online program.
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