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Health Literacy | Baby Doulas

Health Literacy | Baby Doulas

Health literacy is the ability to obtain, read, understand, and use healthcare information to make appropriate health decisions, particularly crucial for new pa

Overview

Health literacy is the ability to obtain, read, understand, and use healthcare information to make appropriate health decisions, particularly crucial for new parents in Los Angeles. The US Department of Education has developed programs to improve health literacy among adults. Health literacy involves both the context and skills that individuals bring to healthcare situations. By improving health literacy, new parents can better manage their health and provide optimal care for their newborns.