Week 5 Written Assignment 2 – Health Literacy and Digital Equity in Consumer Health Informatics
In a 2–3 page APA-formatted paper:
Define health literacy and digital equity in the context of consumer health informatics (CHI).
Identify at least two major barriers that limit access to or effective use of digital health tools (e.g., language, socioeconomic status, internet access, disabilities).
Analyze how these barriers impact patient outcomes and engagement.
Propose realistic, evidence-based strategies to promote equitable access to CHI tools across diverse populations.
Length: 2–3 pages (excluding title and reference pages)
References: Minimum of two credible sources, including the course textbook
