Health Literacy In Context Research Articles

Scientific production on health literacy in the palliative care context

This is an integrative review aiming to identify the scientific production on health literacy (HL) in the palliative care context. LILACS, BDENF and MEDLINE were accessed via the BVS/BIREME, and PUBMED database was also used to search. Portuguese, English and Spanish language full-text papers were included based on the research question. 10 papers were included proved different aspects related to health literacy in the context of palliative care, in which the relevance of health literacy in the self-care of patients in palliative care is highlighted, emphasizing the importance of effective communication between professionals, patients and caregivers. Underscore health guidelines is crucial and depends on adequate health literacy to be effective.

Public Awareness of Dyslipidemia Among the Korean Population: A Survey Study.

We aimed to assess the level of public awareness regarding dyslipidemia and its management among the Korean population. We conducted a web- or mobile-based survey study targeting the general population, using various recruitment methods, between July 25, 2022 and August 26, 2022. The questionnaire consisted of 12 questions designed to collect demographic information and evaluate participants' awareness and knowledge about dyslipidemia. In total, 2,882 participants who completed the survey were included in the analysis. Among the participants, a substantial majority (89.1%) were familiar with the concepts of "good cholesterol" and "bad cholesterol," while a comparatively lower percentage (just 46.7%) were acquainted with the term "dyslipidemia." Noticeable variations in understanding were observed when examining specific aspects of dyslipidemia management, including diet, exercise, and pharmacotherapy. The results of this survey underscore the significance of enhancing public awareness about dyslipidemia within the context of health literacy, demonstrating the necessity for a more comprehensive approach that includes education and policymaking to effectively manage dyslipidemia.

Health literacy in context: struggling to self-manage diabetes – a longitudinal qualitative study

ObjectivesConsidering health literacy needs is a key component of health services responsiveness to diabetes self-management among vulnerable individuals. The purpose of this qualitative study was to provide a detailed analysis...

Media Health Literacy on Preventive Health Behavior Among Indonesian Women

The understanding of media health literacy has been increasing for several decades, along with the basic concept of health literacy among women of the reproductive age group in Indonesia. Media health literacy has been advancing and becoming a strong concept based on the use of technology and the level of education in modern society. The perspective of media health literacy among women in Indonesia is distinguished by the depth of one’s educational background, which then influences their health decisions regarding preventive behaviors. Media health literacy has been significantly connected to health behavior. In contrast, this type of interaction creates a new meaning of media within the context of health literacy, which embodies the new definition of media health literacy. Meanwhile, health behaviors are dependent on the health literacy level, which is connected by the media, with a significant influence on public opinion and clinical procedure. As a result, it has a limitless ability to either reinforce or inhibit preventive health behaviors. As many as 12 Indonesian women with various educational backgrounds were involved in this study, which showed that perspective and preventive health behavior on cervical cancer are associated with media health literacy. The study also suggested the media health literacy pyramid, which stated that respondents’ educational background plays a vital role in influencing preventive health behaviors to make informed health decisions.

Patient Portals as a Tool for Health Care Engagement: A Mixed-Method Study of Older Adults With Varying Levels of Health Literacy and Prior Patient Portal Use.

BackgroundGrowing evidence that patient engagement improves health outcomes and reduces health care costs has fueled health providers’ focus on patient portals as the primary access point for personal health information and patient-provider communication. Whereas much attention has been given to identifying characteristics of older adults who do and do not adopt patient portals and necessary adaptions to portal design, little is known about their attitudes and perceptions regarding patient portal use as a tool for engagement in their health care within the context of health literacy, experience navigating Web-based health information, and previous patient portal use.ObjectiveThe specific aims of this study were to explore attitudes toward portal adoption and its perceived usefulness as a tool for health care engagement among adults (65 years and older) who have varying levels of health literacy and degrees of prior patient portal use.MethodsA phone survey of 100 community dwelling adults gathered sociodemographic, health, and technology related information. Older adults were purposefully selected for 4 follow-up focus groups based on survey responses to health literacy and previous patient portal use. A mixed-method approach was used to integrate phone survey data with thematic analysis of 4 focus groups. Due to variability in attitudes between focus group participants, an individual case analysis was performed and thematic patterns were used as the basis for subgroup formation.ResultsDifferences in health literacy, comfort navigating health information on the Web, and previous portal experience explained some but not all differences related to the 7 themes that emerged in the focus groups analysis. Individual cases who shared attitudes were arranged into 5 subgroups from least to most able and willing to engage in health care via a patient portal. The subgroups’ overall portal adoption attitudes were: (1) Don’t want to feel pushed into anything, (2) Will only adopt if required, (3) Somebody needs to help me, (4) See general convenience of the portal for simple tasks and medical history, but prefer human contact for questions, and (5) Appreciates current features and excited about new possibilities .ConclusionsMost of the older adults are interested in using a patient portal regardless of health literacy level, previous patient portal adoption, or experience navigating health information on the Web. Research targeting informal caregivers of older adults who are unable or unwilling to engage with information technology in health care on their own is warranted. Health care organizations should consider tailored strategies to meet the needs of older adults (and their informal caregivers) and explore alternative workflows that integrate patient portal information into phone conversations and face-to-face contact with health care providers.

Health numeracy and health literacy within the context of management of patients with human immunodeficiency virus

Health numeracy and health literacy within the context of management of patients with human immunodeficiency virus C Ann Gakumo,1 David E Vance,1,2 Linda D Moneyham,1 Joy P Deupree,1 Carlos A Estrada3,4 1School of Nursing, 2Center for Nursing Research, 3Veterans Affairs National Quality Scholars Program at the Birmingham Veterans Affairs Medical Center, 4School of Medicine, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA Abstract: Health literacy, although an important topic in human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), often eclipses health numeracy, which may be equally important for those living with this disease. Health numeracy is the knowledge and application of numerical concepts in health decisions. In our synthesis of the literature, the emerging concept of health numeracy in relation to HIV disease management is reviewed within the context of health literacy. Specifically, we examine health literacy and numeracy by gender, race, education, and age group. From this synthesis, we identify practical implications of health numeracy related to HIV. Keywords: health literacy, health numeracy, human immunodeficiency virus, acquired immune deficiency syndrome, medication adherence