Communication about COVID-19 with urban American Indian and Alaska Native peoples: the role of health literacy, trust, and information source

Description: This publication explores how urban American Indian and Alaska Native adults received and trusted COVID-19 information. It examines the role of health literacy, trusted sources, and perceptions of messaging, highlighting the importance of Tribal-led organizations and healthcare professionals in effective communication. The study provides insights for designing culturally appropriate public health messages and improving the reach and impact of health information in Indigenous communities.

Citation: Boyd, A. D., Henderson, A., Uddin, A., Amiri, S., MacLehose, R. F., Manson, S. M., & Buchwald, D. (2025). Communication about COVID-19 with urban American Indian and Alaska Native peoples: the role of health literacy, trust, and information source. Journal of public health (Oxford, England), 47(3), 460–468. https://doi.org/10.1093/pubmed/fdaf050

Creative Commons license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Audience
Community health workers / Patient navigators / Promotoras
Healthcare providers
Researchers
Language
English
Resource Type
Publications
Priority Population
American Indian or Alaska Native
Urban
Topic Areas
Community engagement
Dissemination
Research and evaluation
Social determinants of health
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