Health education and health literacy play a critical role in transforming behavior and improving health outcomes
Health education leads to health literacy
“Information is passive, not memorable, while educational experiences engage patients in their own care and create those Aha moments that change behavior—moments that make the difference for patients becoming self-empowered, caregivers gaining confidence, and healthcare providers understanding and partnering on a patient’s journey toward successful treatment and self-care.”
Health literacy can improve outcomes: access to clear education is key
The Milken Institute in their 2022 review of health literacy in the United States says that when people have access to accurate, easy-to-use information, they can protect and promote their health by adopting healthy behaviors and following recommendations. Proficiency in health literacy improves health status, reduces health-service use and costs, and extends lives.
88% of US adults live with limited health literacy
77 million Americans have difficulty
using health services
obtaining quality care
maintaining healthy behaviors
The Milken Institute review revealed that the consequences of inadequate health literacy include lower adherence to preventive behaviors, weaker compliance with health interventions, and poor self-care. Furthermore, the review found that people with low health literacy are likely to experience extended hospital stays, avoidable readmissions, and undergo unnecessary emergency care.
At Artcraft Health, we understand that when patients and caregivers receive relevant, actionable education that reflects who and where they are, they are more likely to adopt lifestyle changes, adhere to treatments, and experience better outcomes.
We know that the right kind of education at the right time can motivate behavior change. When education transforms behavior, it’s a game changer.