Development and content validation of the information assessment method for patients and consumers.

Background: Online consumer health information addresses health problems, self-care, disease prevention, and health care services and is intended for the general public. Using this information, people can improve their knowledge, participation in health decision-making, and health. However, there are no comprehensive instruments to evaluate the value of health information from a consumer perspective.

Critical analysis on best practices in health literacy.

From a holistic perspective, health literacy is a requirement for the well-being of entire populations. It moves beyond the focus on individuals to consider the role of organizations and systems. This perspective offers a context for discussing best practices in health literacy, and implications for research and policy development.

Exploring the value of audiotapes for health literacy: a systematic review.

Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of audiotapes as a health information exchange intervention, specifically looking for use with the "hard-to-reach" population.

Methods: Examined electronic databases and journals for articles that evaluated potential of audiotapes as an educational tool within diverse populations. The systematic review included randomized controlled trials, surveys and exploratory articles.