Kiara Comfort MLIS
David M. Brown EdD, MLIS, MCHES
Network for the National Library of Medicine
This presentation investigates how the public library can be engaged in the promotion of health literacy. In this presentation we will discuss the role public libraries have in promoting health literacy to its patrons. We will also discuss the importance of having public library staff who have the Consumer Health Information Specialization (CHIS) and how they can be health literacy navigators for patrons. This presentation will discuss the importance of public libraries partnering with outside groups (including NNLM) to create partnerships and programming to promote health literacy and reduce health disparities in the United States.
David M. Brown EdD, MLIS, MCHES
Network for the National Library of Medicine
This presentation investigates how the public library can be engaged in the promotion of health literacy. In this presentation we will discuss the role public libraries have in promoting health literacy to its patrons. We will also discuss the importance of having public library staff who have the Consumer Health Information Specialization (CHIS) and how they can be health literacy navigators for patrons. This presentation will discuss the importance of public libraries partnering with outside groups (including NNLM) to create partnerships and programming to promote health literacy and reduce health disparities in the United States.