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American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology Vol.18 180-191 May 2009. doi:10.1044/1058-0360(2009/08-0005)
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Health Literacy and the Role of the Speech-Language Pathologist

Eva Jackson Hester
Regena Stevens-Ratchford
Towson University, Towson, MD

Contact author: Eva Hester, Towson University, Communication Sciences & Disorders, 8000 York Road, Towson, MD 21214. E-mail: ehester{at}towson.edu.

Purpose: This article reviews concepts of health literacy and discusses the role of speech-language pathologists in improving the health literacy of individuals with and without communication disorders.

Method: A literature review was completed of health literacy definitions, concepts, and health literacy assessment and intervention studies with various populations. A literature review was also conducted regarding health literacy or related studies in the field of speech-language pathology.

Conclusion: There is a paucity of information available on health literacy within the field of speech-language pathology. Suggestions are offered regarding increasing health literacy research and intervention by speech-language pathologists.

Key Words: health literacy, research, assessment, intervention


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