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What does it mean? Translating anatomical language to engage public audiences
Anatomical Sciences Education, EarlyView.Abstract The language of anatomy, with its roots in Ancient Greek and Roman languages, is complex and unfamiliar to many. Its complexity creates a significant barrier to public knowledge and understanding of anatomy—many members of the public find themselves asking “what does it mean?”, and this can manifest as poor health literacy and outcomes.
Kat A. Sanders, Adam M. Taylor
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Is functional literacy a prerequisite for entering the labor market? An analysis of determinants of adults literacy and earnings in Ghana [PDF]
The authors analyze the determinants of literacy and earnings in Ghana. They link literacy and earnings with various other factors, including age, gender, family educational background, distance to school, and income.
Blunch, Niels-Hugo, Verner, Dorte
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Latin@ immigrants use of United States medical and health services [PDF]
, 2019 Latin@ immigrants face social and cultural barriers, which can impact use of medical/health services for this population, including language, cultural forces, and fear of deportation.
Toc, Marilyn
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A limited global perspective on what makes anatomical public engagement good or bad
Anatomical Sciences Education, EarlyView.Abstract Anatomical public engagement has the potential to enhance anatomical literacy and patient–provider communication. However, the lack of consensus on effective practices, ethical considerations, and cultural sensitivities poses challenges for anatomists conducting outreach events.
Victoria Gomez +3 more
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BMC Public HealthIntroduction Research on health literacy is still at an early stage, lacking a dedicated measurement instrument for assessing children’s and adolescents’ health literacy.
Shanti Prasad Khanal +4 more
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Use of Short Assessment of Health Literacy for Spanish Adults (SAHLSA-50) to Determine the Health Literacy Rate of the Spanish-speaking Population in an Urban Emergency Department [PDF]
, 2017 Background: The Hispanic population presents a great opportunity in terms of potential improvements in clinical outcomes and cost reduction for interventions through assessing and improving health literacy.
Duncan, Martin +7 more
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The importance of science communication and public engagement to professional associations
Anatomical Sciences Education, EarlyView.Scientists have gathered in professional associations to promote science to the public. The American Association for Anatomy (AAA) has invested resources in programs to promote anatomical sciences to the public (high school level via the Anato‐Bee; all levels via Anatomy nights) and train scientists how to talk to the public (SciComm Bootcamp ...
Martine Dunnwald +2 more
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Gamifying anatomy outreach: An underexplored opportunity
Anatomical Sciences Education, EarlyView.Abstract This article explores the underutilized potential of incorporating gamified approaches into anatomy outreach initiatives. While gamification and game‐based learning approaches have been widely adopted in formal educational settings, there is a surprising lack of research on their application for community‐based public engagement with anatomy ...
Mikaela L. Stiver +3 more
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