CE304 The Canny Consumer: Resources for Consumer Health Decision Making

Level: Beginning
Prerequisite: None
Cost: $315 (nonmember, $560)
Attendance Maximum: 20

Instructor(s): Terri Ottosen, AHIP, Consumer Health Outreach Coordinator, National Network of Libraries of Medicine, Southeastern/Atlantic Region, Health Sciences and Human Services Library, University of Maryland-Baltimore

Offered: Saturday, May 14, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

With the sharp rise in web-informed consumers and today's fast paced communication technology and inclusive health care systems, information is readily available. Many health care systems now offer portable electronic records and electronic prescription services. Members of the technologically savvy generation make use of tools such as YouTube, blogs, and websites to share experiences in their health care. Yet, with an estimated ninety million Americans who do not understand how to read, comprehend, or use health information, health literacy will determine who is left behind in this techno-cultural revolution. This class will focus on the interaction between technology, culture, and politics. An interactive session will allow participants to explore new and upcoming technologies such as personal health records and e-health tools. The resources covered will assist consumers and those helping consumers to find quality health information and to navigate the health care system. Implications for those left behind-including the ethical, social, and privacy issues concerning these new technologies-will also be discussed.

• Area of Knowledge
• Date
• Special Course Suites (Consumer Health Information Specialization Program, Evidence-based Practice,
  Expert Searcher Training Initiative, Information Specialist in
  Context, and Management Track)
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• Instructor (Educational Clearinghouse)