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ALT Skills that impact health literacy: 1. Reading and comprehension. Reading and understanding written health information, such as medication labels, instructions, and healthcare brochures. 2. Numeracy. Using numbers and mathematical concepts to interpret health-related data, such as dosages or calculating health risks. 3. Communication. Effectively communicating with healthcare providers, asking questions, and expressing concerns to ensure a clear exchange of information. 4. Decision-making. Processing health information and making informed choices about options for prevention and treatment. 5. Navigating healthcare systems. Knowing how to access or use healthcare services, public or private insurance, medical records, referrals, etc. 6. Media literacy. Assessing the reliability and credibility of health information sources, distinguishing between evidence-based information and misinformation.






















