Health Literacy

Health Literacy is a Collective Effort — and Organizations Play a Pivotal Role

One of the most important questions public health professionals need to consider is not only what intervention will achieve the desired health outcomes, but what level of influence will be most effective. The social-ecological model of health identifies factors that affect health at different levels — ranging from individual knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors to the family and community level and into the broader level of societal factors. Across all levels, health literacy is an important social determinant of health.

October National Health Observances: Health Literacy, Breast Cancer, and More

NHO Spotlight

Each month, we highlight National Health Observances (NHOs) that align with our mission to improve health across the United States. In October, we’re raising awareness about health literacy, breast cancer, domestic violence awareness, and HIV/AIDS in Latinx communities.Check out the list of resources below that you can use to join the conversation and spread the word to your networks...

September National Health Observances: Healthy Aging, Sickle Cell Disease, and More

National Health Observances

Each month, we feature select National Health Observances (NHOs) that align with our priorities for improving health across the nation. In September, we’re raising awareness about healthy aging, sickle cell disease, substance use recovery, and HIV/AIDS. Below, you’ll find resources to help you spread the word about these NHOs with your audiences...

August National Health Observances: Breastfeeding, Immunizations, and Children’s Eye Health and Safety

National Health Observances

Each month, we highlight select National Health Observances (NHOs) that align with our mission to improve health in the United States. In August, we are raising awareness about breastfeeding, immunizations, and children’s eye health and safety.We’ve listed some resources below that you can use to promote these NHOs...