Based on the most recent information, Tennessee is facing an enormous problem with literacy and health outcomes. As a result, the healthcare industry is vulnerable because of patients' inability to understand and follow a plan of treatment. This in part has resulted in poor healthcare and increased costs in providing care. By implementing strategies such as those outlined in Table 1, strides can be made in improving the healthcare provided to Tennesseans and reducing costs associated.
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