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Older Adult Patient Education Resources

Health Literacy Principles and Strategies

Improving Health Literacy for Older Adults (pdf)
2009 report prepared by DHHS-Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that assessed health literacy issues among older adults and communication strategies.
Health Literacy Universal Precautions Toolkit (pdf)
Developed in 2015 by an expert panel and the DHHS- Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, this toolkit provides evidence-based guidance to support health care providers in addressing patient care and health literacy challenges.
Health Literacy: Hidden Barriers and Practical Strategies
A PowerPoint presentation for self-study provided through the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.

Last Updated: Sep 25, 2020 4:31 PM
URL: https://libguides.unthsc.edu/sage/health-literacy
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Subjects: Geriatrics

Tags: Education, Geriatrics