Background It has been about 30 years since the first health literacy instrument was
developed. This study aimed to review all existing instruments to summarize the current …

Research evidence shows that health literacy development is a key factor influencing non-
communicable diseases care and patient outcomes. Healthcare professionals with strong …

Background: Health literacy enhances a population's self-care capacity and helps to reduce
health inequalities. This work examines the health literacy of a population attending primary …

Background Contrary to common usage in the health sciences, the term “valid” refers not to
the properties of a measurement instrument but to the extent to which data-derived …

Abstract Issue Addressed With an ageing population and growing complexity and
fragmentation of health care systems, health literacy is increasingly important in managing …

Background: With the increasing digitalization in health care, an effective instrument is
necessary to assess health care consumers' digital competencies—their “eHealth literacy.” …

Backgrounds This study administered the Health Literacy Questionnaire (HLQ) among
Korean adults to examine its factor structure, reliability, and validity. Methods The HLQ items …

Background: Health literacy is considered a determinant of self-management behaviors and
health outcomes among people with diabetes. The assessment of health literacy is central to …

Background: Health literacy and eHealth literacy play a crucial role in improving a
community's ability to take care of themselves, ultimately leading to a reduction in disparities …

Objectives We tried to develop a more concise health literacy scale for Chinese older adults.
Methods A draft scale based on the Health Literacy Questionnaire (HLQ) was developed …