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INFORMATION LITERACY

The term " information" refers to structured, organized, and processed data. Through it, you can make sense of your data and make decisions. Information gathered by others or derived from personal studies and investigations; knowledge or knowledge obtained from reading, observation, or instruction, whether it is communicated or obtained by others. The ability to find, evaluate, organize, use, and communicate information in all its formats is what information literacy encompasses, especially in situations that require decision-making, problem-solving, or acquiring knowledge. It is a combination of research skills, critical thinking skills, computer technology skills, and communication skills. Having an understanding of information literacy is crucial for academic success, functioning effectively at work, and participating in society as a knowledgeable citizen. In today's digital world, healthcare stakeholders have unparalleled access to learning tools and information. However, the information that stakeholders in the Health Sector are exposed to is not necessarily reliable or of high quality. Skills that can help minimize misinformation may include.

SKILLS FOR VERIFYING INFORMATION

•	Conducting effective online searches,

•	Determining the trustworthiness of online sources,

•	Sifting out misinformation,

•	Detecting advertising

These are all abilities that can maximize the potential of lifelong learners. For instance, stakeholders can learn how to search effectively and efficiently using the right terms. They can also learn that sponsored links are advertisements and hence not always the greatest resources. To prevent misinformation, stakeholders should assess the credibility or bias of an author, look for digitally manipulated photographs, and cross-reference sources.

The Institute of Medicine defines health literacy as "the ability of individuals to receive, process, and comprehend fundamental health information and services required to make optimal health decisions". Health literacy] is defined by the Medical Library Association (MLA) as "the set of abilities needed to: recognize a health information need; identify likely information sources and use them to retrieve relevant information; assess the quality of the information and its applicability to a specific situation; and analyze, understand, and use the information to make good health decisions." Stakeholders should be able to understand medical information given to them by their caregivers or found on the Internet so that they can use it to make good decisions about their own care. In an age of media where anyone may write about a finding and it spreads quickly, it is up to each of us to objectively assess and comprehend the information provided to us. Simple steps can be taken to verify information given to us, these may include; '''

•	Take into account the origin. To learn more about the site, its aim, and contact information, click away from the story.

•	Continue reading through the first paragraph. In order to gain clicks, headlines can be ridiculous. Don't limit yourself to the news.

•	Look into the author's credentials. Look up the author's name on Google. Is it possible to believe them?

•	Check to see if the story is backed up by sources. Make use of the links provided. Examine the following data to see if it backs up the story.

•	Make sure the date is accurate.

•	It's possible that it's satirical. It could be satire if it seems too ridiculous. To learn more about the site and author, do some brief investigation.

•	Examine your own prejudices.

•	Consult a professional. Consult a librarian or one of the fact-checking websites listed below for more information.'''

Despite the existence of resources like the Internet, it is harder than ever to find high-quality information. Finding the good stuff does not always come fast, and it is not always cheap, either! (In short, to make it in today's Information Age, you have to be extremely savvy and resourceful)

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