Health Literacy and Plain Language for Health

Includes health literacy history, definitions, and models as well as sections on oral communications, written communications, and working with unique populations.

Includes health literacy from a variety of disciplines relating to older adults including OT, radiographic imaging, speech, and hearing. Includes sections on understanding medications and treatments, prosthetic devices, healthy living for older adults, and cultural competencies.

Covers the basics of writing in Plain Language.

Strategies, ideas, and practical suggestions for health communications.

Especially helpful for those looking for resources about informed decision making.

History, examples, guidelines for health literacy programs.