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 Aim and objectives:

The development of the National Action Plan on Health Literacy was triggered by results of the first German study on health literacy which showed that more than half of the German population perceive great problems in processing health information. In response, a group of 15 experts from academia, practice and policy worked together to publish the first version in 2018. 


 Target group:

The Action Plan is aimed at health providers, patient organisations and decision-makers.


 Method:

The Plan focuses on four areas of action presenting 15 specific recommendations to strengthen health literacy in Germany following five key principles. 


 Outcome:

The National Action Plan on Health Literacy was accompanied by an implementation strategy co-designed with relevant stakeholders to enhance the impact. 


 Added value:

The National Action Plan on Health Literacy has enhanced health literacy on the health agenda in the German policy landscape. 


 National Action Plan on Health Literacy - Germany

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Health literacy good practices
Access to appropriate care
Access to digital spaces
Access to valid health information
Communication between individuals
Health literacy policy, mobilisation and capacity building
Shared decision-making
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