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WORLD NEWS TONIGHT" SEGMENT HIGHLIGHTS IMPACT OF LOW HEALTH LITERACY ON PATIENT COMPLIANCE
A segment of ABCNews' "World News Tonight" estimated that one in three U.S. residents struggles with "low health literacy" - that is, either cannot read or cannot understand their physicians' instructions.
According to Louisiana State University family medical psychologist Dr. Terry Davis, these patients often take medicine improperly and frequently require hospitalization as a result.
The segment, which aired on Sept. 16, cited discharge from hospitals before patients understand how to take care of themselves as a contributing factor.
To view a video clip, go here. (Note: RealPlayer required.)
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