Bridging the Health Literacy Gap: health information tools for your students
The Institute of Medicine defines Health Literacy as "the degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, process, and understand basic health information and services needed to make appropriate health decisions." This workshop will provide an overview of health literacy, provide participants with skills for referring literacy students to appropriate health information resources, and introduce health information websites developed by the National Library of Medicine and other reputable organizations. Sponsor: National Network of Libraries of Medicine, South Central Region
Location: JPS Healthcare System Auditorium
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Continental breakfast and complimentary lunch included
DEADLINE to make reservations: Friday, October 4th (no exceptions)
Please join Ms. Andi Spencer, UNTHSC Librarian and Mr. Robert Earley, JPS President and CEO for a presentation on Health Literacy Friday, October 11, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
This very special learning opportunity has been created for literacy instructors and program directors to help you help you students navigate today's complex healthcare system.
Following the workshop presentation from 9-noon, please stay for lunch - hosted by JPS President and CEO, Mr. Robert Earley. A tour of JPS will follow.
