Section A: What is Health Literacy?

1. Definitions of Health Literacy
2. A Definition of Health Literacy for Adult Education
3. Chart: Health Literacy from Various Stakeholders' Perspectives
4. Virginia Glossary of Health Care Terms
5. General Glossary of Health Care Terms
6. Health Insurance Glossary

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