Health literacy and uptake of anti-fracture medications in a population-based sample of Australian women

This study investigated associations between health literacy and use of anti-fracture medications in women with osteoporosis.Data were collected for women participating in the population-based Geelong Osteoporosis Study in Australia. Health literacy was ascertained using the Health Literacy Questionnaire (HLQ) and bone mineral density by dual x-ray absorptiometry. Self-reported current medications were classified using MIMS codes, with the category ‘Agent affecting calcium and bone metabolism’ indicating osteoporosis treatment.

Source: Research in Social and Administrative Pharmacy - May 9, 2018 Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: Sarah M. Hosking, Sharon L. Brennan-Olsen, Alison Beauchamp, Rachelle Buchbinder, Lana J. Williams, Julie A. Pasco Source Type: research