Community voices in health literacy: a qualitative exploration into perceptions of a health literacy mediator.

ABSTRACT: Health literacy is a vital asset needed to empower individuals to take control of their health. An individual's health literacy is the ability to find, use and apply health information and services to manage their health. They interact with the health services and members of their community who can offer additional support. Creating the role of a health literacy mediator (HLM) may help to improve health literacy outcomes for all. For this role to be accepted by individuals within a community, the community itself should be involved in the development of the roles and associated responsibilities. The aim of this study was to engage with community members to acquire their perspectives on the potential of this role. Qualitative semi-structured online interviews were used to engage in discussi

SUBMITTER: Spencer M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11471997 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature