What Led To The National Action Plan to Improve Health Literacy?
Explore the evolution of health literacy in the U.S., from 'A Nation at Risk' to the 2010 National Action Plan.
Limitations in the AHRQ Health Literacy Toolkit
This blog post critically examines the AHRQ Health Literacy Universal Precautions Toolkit, highlighting its impracticality in busy clinical settings and the challenges of implementing its time-intensive recommendations.
Adapting Behavioral Theories in Doctor- Patient Communication
How to apply behavior change theories from "Teaching Patients with Low Literacy Skills" in patient-doctor communication, addressing practical challenges in clinical settings
Another Hidden American Pandemic: Diabetes
Amid global health concerns, a silent epidemic rises in America: diabetes. As attention diverts, the numbers—and their implications—grow. Explore this post to understand the driving forces and what we can do. Let's spotlight this hidden pandemic.
The Looming Healthcare Strike and What It Reveals
Facing what could be the most significant healthcare strike in U.S. history, the industry stands at a crossroads. Delve into the unfolding drama at Kaiser Permanente, where over 75,000 employees contemplate a walkout amidst systemic challenges.
Can a Text Message Improve Health Outcomes?
Dive into the science-backed power of Ecological Momentary Interventions (EMI) – where a simple text can shape health behaviors, from weight loss to medication adherence.
The Silent Epidemic: America's Struggle with Health Literacy
In a nation known for medical marvels, 88% of adults can't decipher essential health information, creating a silent healthcare crisis. This post dives into the urgency of improving health literacy and the hidden challenges within our healthcare system.
A Tale of Two Glaucomas
As an optometric technician working in a redlined community, I was struck by the parallels between healthcare access disparities here and those in low-income nations.
U.S. Health Care from a Global Perspective
Citizens in the United States pay more for healthcare than any nation in the world, yet have some of the worst health outcomes compared to most developed nations. Why is this the status quo?