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Low health literacy is a problem faced by many patients that affects their ability to navigate the health care system and manage their chronic illnesses. While low health literacy was significantly associated with worse glycemic control and poorer disease knowledge in patients with type 2 diabetes, there was no significant relationship with their readiness to take action in disease management.
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