Consumer Health

“Consumer health information is intended for potential or current users of medical services (all of us!). It is designed to be educational, and can help individuals make decisions about health-related behavior and medical treatments. It differs from clinical information—that is, information written by and for medical professionals—in that it is developed with the layperson in mind, involving less technical language and more user-friendly formats. Consumer health information may include resources about prevention, self-care and wellness, diseases and conditions, treatment, health care options, and more.”

Arnott, S. C., & Keselman, A. (2015). Meeting health information needs outside of healthcare : Opportunities and challenges. ProQuest Ebook Central https://ebookcentral.proquest.com