Article highlights the challenges of health literacy and its impact on health outcomes across various sectors.
Health literacy is a critical determinant of health outcomes, yet it remains a challenge worldwide. This article creates awareness of the concept and highlights its benefits across clinical, generational, and economic segments. We define healthcare literacy and explain the difficulties in establishing effective strategies, particularly in resource-constrained settings. Considering clinical workload and other factors, clinicians will always struggle to adequately educate their patients.
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