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HEALTH
LITERACY
The term health literacy was first proposed as a basic functional skill for individuals
to access and understand basic health information. The definition has since evolved
to include higher-level competencies to maintain and promote health in modern
society. Health literacy is viewed as a global public health goal as it is considered
a social determinant of health and an essential mechanism to achieve sustainable
development goals.
Impact on self-care, Impact on
disease prevention health systems
and health screening and society
WHY
HEALTH
LITERACY
MATTERS?
2 NATIONAL HEALTH LITERACY POLICY
