Rural Health
News by Topic: Health literacy
Nov 13, 2024 - Presents an overview of the recently launched Center for Advancing Health Equity in Rural and Underserved Communities (CAHE-RUC) at the Penn State College of Medicine. Describes initial research projects focusing on reducing cancer health disparities and improving health literacy for underserved and rural populations. Notes that the CAHE-RUC was formed through a partnership between the Penn State College of Medicine and the nonprofit Asian Health Coalition.
Source: The Patriot-News
Nov 6, 2024 - Summarizes recent conversations at a panel discussion covering health literacy in rural communities. Topics covered include access to healthcare, provider-patient communication, and community engagement. Offers action steps for providers to improve health literacy in rural communities.
Source: The University of Alabama at Birmingham