Lost in translation: Assessing the readability of online information on community pharmacy services

Public health information on PRA and community pharmacy banner websites generally exceeds the recommended readability level, limiting accessibility. Implementing readability assessments and plain-language standards can enhance the accessibility and engagement of online health information.

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Canadian Pharmacists Journal / Revue des Pharmaciens du Canada
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2025-05-22
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https://doi.org/10.1177/17151635251332612
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1
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Health Literacy and Information Accessibility
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Lost in translation: Assessing the readability of online information on community pharmacy services

Bobbi Morrison, Todd A. Boyle, Sammy Johnson
1 citations
Canadian Pharmacists Journal / Revue des Pharmaciens du Canada
Health Literacy and Information Accessibility
2.82
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Lost in translation: Assessing the readability of online information on community pharmacy services

Bobbi Morrison, Todd A. Boyle, Sammy Johnson
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1 citations

Abstract

Public health information on PRA and community pharmacy banner websites generally exceeds the recommended readability level, limiting accessibility. Implementing readability assessments and plain-language standards can enhance the accessibility and engagement of online health information.

Canadian Pharmacists Journal / Revue des Pharmaciens du CanadaVol. 158(4)
St. Francis Xavier University (CA)
Quality Education
Openalex Percentile: Top 11%
Health Literacy and Information Accessibility
2.82
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