Transferable lessons learned from improving health literacy responsiveness in Dutch rheumatology care

Abstract Background Health literacy difficulties among (groups of) individuals represent a significant public health challenge. Improving health literacy responsiveness of systems and services could reduce health inequalities in communities and patient populations. Methods We conducted a mixed-methods study to improve health literacy responsiveness in three Dutch rheumatology centres, using the OPtimising HEalth LIteracy and Access (Ophelia) approach. Patients and health professionals were involved in an inclusive needs assessment (n = 895 and 39, respectively) and co-design consultations to i... Mehr ...