October is Health Literacy Month!

By Paige Hammond

Taking your prescriptions in the morning, talking to your doctor, caring for family members, and reading medical information online… Each of these situations has something in common: they involve health literacy. 

Many of the choices we make regarding our health are directly influenced by health literacy. And when thinking of our health equity goals, most, if not all, will involve health literacy in some way. Thus, health literacy is a critical topic, and conversations regarding improving health literacy should occur across multiple sectors to facilitate change. ​

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