What is the definition of health literacy? How to evaluate the relationship between health literacy and community development?

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Health literacy is the degree to which individuals can find, understand, and use information and services to inform health-related decisions and actions for themselves and others. It encompasses a wide range of skills, competencies, and knowledge that people develop to make informed health choices and reduce health risks.

To evaluate the relationship between health literacy and community development, researchers can:

Assess community health literacy levels using surveys and interviews.

Analyze how health literacy impacts community engagement in health initiatives and health outcomes.

Examine the role of health literacy in addressing social determinants of health and reducing health inequities within the community.