Take Charge of Your Health!
Thanks to a grant from the Knight Cancer Institute Community Partnership Program, we are shining a spotlight on health literacy; helping to increase understanding of how and when to access the best type of care for the best possible health outcomes for you and your loved ones. Please continue to visit this page as we add more information over the coming months.
Personal health literacy is the degree to which individuals have the ability to find, understand, and use information and services to inform health-related decisions and actions for themselves and others.
– Healthy People 2023
By increasing health literacy we will:
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Emphasize people’s ability to use health information rather than just understand it
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Empower people to make better-informed decisions
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Incorporate a public health perspective
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Acknowledge that organizations have a responsibility to help increase health literacy
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Take Chare of Your Health!
Health literacy means making informed choices about your well-being.
From understanding prescriptions to navigating healthcare, it’s important knowledge.
Enhance your health literacy today for a healthier tomorrow
Stand up for your health! Your voice is important when you visit your healthcare provider. up about any worries, ask questions, and share your symptoms openly. You know your body best, and your opinion matters. If you’re unsure, ask again, talk about treatment choices, or get a second opinion. Being involved makes communication better and ensures you get the care you want. Fight for your health – you’re the best advocate for yourself!
Empower yourself!
Ask questions, seek clarity, and stay informed.
Your health matters!
Your Primary Care Provider is Your Health Advocate!
Regular check-ups with your provider are vital for staying healthy and catching problems early. They offer personalized advice, keep track of your health history, and help you live better. Building a solid relationship with your provider means you get the care you need when you need it. Don’t wait for problems to get worse; see your primary care provider at least once a year.
Your Health Journey Begins with Primary Care!
Regular check-ups are key to staying well and catching issues early. Build a strong relationship for personalized care and better living. Your health matters – schedule your visit today!
Are you Ready For Your Primary Care Visit?
Preparing ahead of time helps you make the most out of your visit. You can do this by writing down symptoms, worries, and questions in advance. Bring a list of your medication and any important medical history. This helps your Provider focus on what’s important and saves time. Being involved makes your healthcare better. Take control of your health – be ready, talk, and work together for the best results!
Do you Know Where to Go for Your Health Needs?
In serious, life-threatening situations, head to the Emergency Room (ER). Urgent Care is for less serious issues needing immediate attention. Your Primary Care Provider is for regular check-ups and ongoing care. Knowing where to go ensures you get help quickly. Stay informed to make smart healthcare decisions. Your health matters.
ER vs Urgent Care:
Do you know where to go for your health needs?
- Emergency Room for serious cases.
- Urgent Care for immediate but less severe issues.
- Primary Care Physician for regular check-ups.
Quick decisions mean better care. Your well-being matters!
PCP vs. Urgent Care vs. ER:
- Health emergencies? Emergency Room.
- Urgent but not critical? Urgent Care.
- Regular care? Your Primary Care Provider.