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Health Literacy And Cancer Prevention: A Qualitative Exploration Of The Health Communication Needs Of Hispanics Residing In Northeast Texas, Jessica R. Hyde
Health Literacy And Cancer Prevention: A Qualitative Exploration Of The Health Communication Needs Of Hispanics Residing In Northeast Texas, Jessica R. Hyde
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Introduction: Limited health literacy can impede adherence to cancer screening guidelines. This problem transcends sociocultural boundaries; however, Hispanics are more likely to have limited health literacy than other racial/ethnic groups in the U.S. The purpose of this study is to explore health literacy at a conceptual level in Hispanic adults residing in Northeast Texas in order to better understand this population's communication needs related to cancer prevention. Methods: Focus group methodology and the Spanish-language version of the Newest Vital Sign (NVS-S) were used to gather data. Results: Of the 18 individuals who sat for the NVS-S, 6 were classified as …