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Despite progress, challenges persist. Issues such as limited Malaysia seeks to align its health literacy initiatives with global goals,
accessibility to healthcare facilities, disparities between rural and recognising that health literacy is not only a national priority but also
urban areas, and the prevalence of misinformation in the digital a fundamental component of sustainable development and improved
age demand persistent attention. Collaborative efforts involving public health outcomes. Health literacy development is aligned with
government agencies, private institutions, non-governmental the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Action Plan on Health
organisations, healthcare providers, and the community are essential Promotion 2018-2030 and is a part of the WHO Resolution on
to address these challenges effectively. Behavioural Science for Better Health.

The aspirations for improved health literacy in Malaysia are anchored The National Health Literacy Policy (DLKK) supports the National
in a collective commitment to a healthier and more informed society. Agenda for Healthy Malaysia (ANMS) and the second pillar of
This commitment includes fostering a culture where health literacy the Health White Paper (HWP) on health promotion and disease
is considered a shared responsibility, strengthening the healthcare prevention. The development of health literacy will contribute
system, empowering communities, and implementing robust to a strengthened health system that empowers people to be
monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to track progress. accountable in maintaining, protecting and improving their health.

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