Health Literacy

Summarizes key findings and presents policy implications of the first National Assessment of Adult Literacy (NAAL).

Examines the body of knowledge that applies to the field of health literacy; recommends actions to promote a health literate society.

AMA Council on Scientific Affairs asked an ad hoc committee of experts to investigate health literacy; this report outlines their recommendations.

Assesses health literacy issues among older adults and identifies opportunities for health professionals to better meet their health communication needs.

Summary of the 2011 IOM Workshop.

The Survey of Adult Skills, a product of the OECD Programme for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies (PIAAC), was designed to provide insights into the availability of literacy, numeracy and problem solving skills in technology-rich environments in society and how they are used at work and at home.