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Online Lecture: Understanding Low Literacy in Healthcare
Find out in the online lecture by Prof. Dr. Claudia Schepers on August 22nd, 2024, how low literacy affects health.
Online Lecture: Understanding Low Literacy in Healthcare
The challenges of low literacy are greater than you think, especially in the health sector. On August 22, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. Prof. Dr. Claudia Schepers in an online lecture, moderated by Prof. Dr. Claudia Kemper, will provide crucial insights into this important topic. The lecture will deal intensively with the effects on individual health and the functionality of the health system.
The connection between literacy and health
A recent study, LEO 2018, shows alarming figures: Over 6.2 million adults aged 18 to 64 in Germany have difficulties reading and writing. This not only has a negative impact on everyday life, but also has a direct impact on their health care. Many of these people are employed in the healthcare sector, which further compounds the problem.
The importance of the lecture
The online lecture will not only familiarize participants with basic terms such as “literacy” and “basic education”, but will also highlight their importance and the urgency of the topic. Prof. Dr. Claudia Schepers will explain how a lack of literacy can reduce the health literacy of those affected and what consequences this has for medical care. The event has a critical, emancipatory approach that highlights society's responsibility for these challenges.
Registration and access
Interested citizens who are interested in this important topic can register by email to studienorganisation(at)apollon-hochschule(dot)de by August 21, 2024. All that is required to participate is internet access with audio output. The virtual lecture room opens at 5:45 p.m., which enables participants to arrive in good time.
Expertise and commitment
Prof. Dr. Claudia Schepers is an experienced expert at APOLLON University with a particular focus on vocational education in the social and healthcare sectors. Her research also deals with digitalization in education and professionalization in adult education. Prof. Dr. As Professor of Health Services Research and Dean of the Department of Nursing, Social Affairs and Therapy, Claudia Kemper brings her profound knowledge to the discussion.
Conclusion: An important concern
The issue of low literacy is not just an individual challenge, but a problem for society as a whole. The online lecture provides a platform to discuss solutions and opportunities to improve general health literacy. Access to education and the ability to understand information correctly are essential for the successful participation of all citizens in social life.
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