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Digital Health Literacy: An Overview

Self-paced
1.5 credits

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Description

Digital Health Literacy refers to the ability to find, understand, and use digital health information effectively. This skill is essential in ensuring individuals can navigate healthcare resources, access telemedicine, and make informed health decisions. Community Health Workers (CHWs) play a key role in bridging the digital divide by supporting individuals in using digital tools and translating complex health information into accessible language.

Target Audience

This training video will be helpful to healthcare professionals, community health workers, and individuals interested in improving access to digital health resources. It is particularly relevant for those working in underserved communities where digital literacy can significantly impact health outcomes.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this training, you will be able to:

  1. Define digital health literacy and its significance in healthcare.
  2. Identify challenges in promoting digital health literacy and strategies to overcome them.
  3. Understand the role of Community Health Workers in bridging the digital divide.
  4. Recognize the benefits of digital health literacy for patients in underserved communities.

 

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