Health Literacy
In our ongoing efforts to improve the health of the Black community and to advocate to end disparities in healthcare, we are embarking on a robust, research-driven program to help increase health literacy.
The Cultural Competence & Healthcare Literacy Project
What is Health Literacy?
Health literacy is the degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, process, and understand basic health information needed to make appropriate health decisions. Low health literacy is more prevalent among:
- Older adults
- Minority populations
- Those who have low socioeconomic status
- Medically underserved people
Low functional health literacy, which impacts a patients’ ability to comprehend their own healthcare and make important decisions regarding their health, was associated with the presence of multiple chronic conditions.
The Cultural Competence & Healthcare Literacy Project
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Our Research and Training Partner for this Health Literacy Program
Infinity Consultation Group (ICG) is a privately owned and operated consultation and therapy firm. ICG is dedicated to the mission of assisting businesses and individuals in enhancing the impact of both their professional and personal lives as organizations and/or individuals.
