Health literacy and libraries
(Book)

Includes bibliographical references and index.

"This book will provide a compilation of relevant research as well as tried-and-true based practices to health literacy informed outreach. An overview of health literacy and health literacy measurements will be included"-- Provided by publisher.

"This book brings together a diverse range of scholars and practitioners working at the nexus of health literacy work in libraries. This engaging resource presents a practical and accessible guide to meet the needs of librarians, health literacy researchers, and information and service professionals seeking to address health literacy needs in their communities. Through chapters offering multiple perspectives on the topic, Health Literacy and Libraries covers specific types of literacy, such as mental health literacy and health insurance literacy, as well as timely applications, such as health misinformation. Chapters also feature responsive health literacy initiatives in LGBTQ+, Latinx, Black, and immigrant, refugee, and migrant communities. This book is full of numerous examples, thoughtful advice, and discussions addressing the challenges of working with adolescents and young adults, older adults, and parent caregivers of children with rare diseases. Each chapter starts with "Key Messages" synthesizing the main points and concludes with a proposed set of "Discussion Questions" to inspire further reflection and to facilitate health literacy conversations. Overall, the up-to-date coverage of health literacy in various library settings and contexts explored throughout this book, as well as strategies for working with medical professionals and students, will be beneficial to a range of stakeholders interested in health literacy work."-- Publisher's description.