Health Literacy and Public Libraries

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Practical, evidence-based health literacy to combat health misinformation and improve health outcomes and equity.

Public libraries need practical, evidence-based approaches to health literacy to combat the spread of health misinformation, and better connect with their communities to improve health outcomes and equity. This on-demand webinar provides an updated look at health literacy to equip librarians with the information and tools their communities need. Featuring a panel of experts on health literacy in diverse communities, this on-demand webinar highlights the important role health literacy has in achieving health equity, promoting social justice, and eliminating health disparities. Learn how public libraries can address health equity through cultural competence, collections, purposeful outreach, and partnership programs.

Originally presented May 8, 2024.

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Event tags:
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Information Literacy & Library Instruction
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Public Library
Rural Library
Tribal Library
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May 08, 2024
1:00 - 2:00pm CDT

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