Health literacy and informed choices
An online health tip or a proposed treatment can leave you with questions. We are preparing materials on checking sources and discussing benefits, risks and alternatives with your clinician.
What we are preparing
Assessing health information
Who wrote the health advice, what sources does it cite and when was it updated? Our planned guide will show how to check these details and distinguish research evidence, personal opinion and advertising.
Preparing for an appointment
We are preparing a worksheet for your questions and concerns before an appointment. It will also have space for information to share with your clinician and the next steps you agree on.
Questions about a proposed treatment
A proposed treatment may leave you with questions about benefits, risks and other options. We are preparing examples for that conversation, including how to ask about uncertainty. Treatment choices require an individual assessment with a professional.
Resources are in preparation
These materials have not been published yet. We will name the authors and sources and include a review date. Clinical content will be checked by a professional. Contact us if you would like to help with writing, editing or translation.
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