Modifiable predictors of health literacy in working-age adults - a rapid review and meta-analysis

Abstract Background Health literacy comprises the ability to identify, obtain, interpret and act upon health information. Low health literacy is a major risk factor for hospitalizations, use of emergency care and premature mortality among others. Known risk factors for low health literacy such as lo...

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Main Authors: Hunny Singh, Jonathan Kolschen, Florence Samkange-Zeeb, Tilman Brand, Hajo Zeeb, Benjamin Schüz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-07-01
Series:BMC Public Health
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-022-13851-0