Greek medical professionals approaches and understanding of health literacy: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Health literacy holds significant importance for medical professionals, as it is widely acknowledged as a key element in enhancing health promotion and overall well-being. The primary objective of this study is to explore Greek physicians' comprehension of health literacy, the significance they attribute to it, their strategies for addressing patients with low health literacy, and the potential barriers they face while striving to enhance a patient's health literacy. In this context, we examine the communication methods employed by physicians as an integral part of their approach to improving a patient's health literacy.

Methods

A qualitative study was conducted between April 29, 2021, and February 17, 2022, utilizing in-depth, semi-structured interviews with 30 G

SUBMITTER: Louizou E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10626757 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature