October is Health Literacy Month

We all play a role in providing health information in a clear and straightforward manner to help our patients make informed health decisions. Please join us in observing National Health Literacy. Learn how you can support patient-centered health information and services that support patient, family, and community health and wellness.

Links:

• Read the Health Literacy Blog
• Use the health literacy assessment tools to evaluate printed materials or videos using Clear Communication Index Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov  or Patient Education Materials Assessment Tool Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov 
• Complete a free online Health Literacy Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov  training