Health literacy is about people being able to understand health information. It’s about us making it easier for them to do this. It’s talking to patients using everyday words. It’s writing to them in a way that’s clear. This helps our patients make informed choices about their health.
The average reading age of adults in the UK is 9-11 years old. Half of adults find it hard to understand health information. So they struggle to use it to help their health and wellbeing. This creates health inequalities.
The regional health literacy team have created some short videos that will help you to make your information easier for everyone.
The videos include topics like:
Take a look at the health literacy playlist on our YouTube channel…
The health literacy team are also providing training in ‘Health Literacy Awareness’ and ‘How To Write Simply’. To book your place on a session, and to find out more about health literacy, please visit the North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) website.
The team will also be holding some face-to-face sessions. Please see the flyers below for more information:
9 October 2024 at South Tyneside District Hospital
14 November 2024 at the Cumberland Infirmary
19 February 2025 at Wigton Hospital
If you are interested in accessing health literacy support, or require any further information, please contact the regional team via email: [email protected]
