The relationship between health literacy and patient activation among frequent users of healthcare services: a cross-sectional study

The relationship between health literacy and patient activation among frequent users of healthcare services: a cross-sectional study

Abstract Background Frequent users of healthcare services are a vulnerable population that deserves attention due to high costs and negative outcomes such as lower quality of life and higher mortality. Healthcare systems should offer interventions tailored to their needs and to their level of health...

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Main Authors: Éva Marjorie Couture, Maud-Christine Chouinard, Martin Fortin, Catherine Hudon
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-03-01
Series:BMC Family Practice
Subjects:
Frequent users
Primary care
Health literacy
Patient activation
Chronic disease
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12875-018-0724-7

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