Teens for Health Literacy- A Teen-led Initiative on a Health Literacy Intervention in Greater Houston

Teens for Health Literacy is a Houston city-wide club, founded by teens passionate about improving the healthcare system. In partnerships with Health Literacy Lab at UNT Health Science Center and the Houston Health Department, members will give one-hour presentations with interactive stations covering health literacy topics including terminology, access to care, questions to ask during medical visits, and how to better understand medication instructions. In 2025, presentations will be given at libraries and community events focusing on lower English language proficiency and lower socioeconomic groups. A knowledge and confidence survey will be administered before and after the education.


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IHA Health Literacy Conference
2025
Community Engagement
Education
Language, Culture & Diversity
Audience
Health Educators and Patient Educators, Community-Based and Social Service Professionals, Educators and Trainers
Setting
Community-Based Organizations and Nonprofits, Libraries
Level
Applied