Health literacy in cancer caregivers: a systematic review

ConclusionsFindings highlight a need for future longitudinal research regarding cancer caregiver health literacy incorporating more standardized and population-specific measurement approaches. In particular, there is a pressing need to investigate factors associated with cancer caregiver health literacy to inform the development/delivery of future interventions.Implications for Cancer SurvivorsFuture high-quality research which investigates the factors which contribute towards sub-optimal health literacy amongst cancer caregivers would aid in the development of appropriate and effective health literacy interventions in these groups. Such interventions would allow this important group to provide appropriate support to cancer survivors and enhance survivors ’ engagement in their health and wellbeing.
Source: Journal of Cancer Survivorship - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research