Literacy and health research in Canada : where have we been and where should we go? / Authors: Irving Rootman and Barbara Ronson.
This article reviews literature and research on literacy and health and identifies priorities for research on this topic in Canada. A conceptual framework for examining literacy and health research is proposed. Further program and policy developments are suggested including greater evidence and evaluation of existing initiatives, more cost/benefit analyses, more culturally specific studies, and greater attention to current social trends and needs. This article will be of interest to researchers and policy makers.
Record details
- Physical Description: 46 p.
- Publisher: [Ottawa]: Canadian Institutes of Health Research, [2003].
Content descriptions
General Note: | An online article based on this paper is available at http://www.cpha.ca/uploads/portals/h-l/lithlth_e.pdf. |
Search for related items by subject
Subject: | Literacy > Canada > Health aspects. Health behavior > Research. Health education. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Decoda Literacy Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
Show Only Available Copies
Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Holdable? | Status | Due Date |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Decoda Literacy Library | VF ROOTMAN 2003 (Text) | ROOTMAN | General Collection | Volume hold | Available | - |