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Bridging the gap: Health literacy, equity, and engagement

Truth be Told – Shining a Light on Misinformation and Disinformation

Health misinformation is an increasing challenge for healthcare professionals, patients and the broader community. For Library and Information Week 2026, HNE Health Libraries is exploring the theme "Truth be Told: Shining a Light on Misinformation and Disinformation", highlighting the critical role of evidence, information literacy and trusted sources in healthcare.

Health librarians play an important role in supporting evidence-based practice by connecting staff with reliable information, research evidence and trusted clinical resources. As misinformation continues to evolve, libraries remain essential partners in helping healthcare professionals make informed decisions with confidence.

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31 July 2025

Presented as part of JHH Adult Medicine Grand Rounds

Sam Wierczorek - District Innovation Precinct Lead
Ashley Young - Director, Multicultural and Refugee Health
Nicole Coleman - Donation Specialist Nurse
Kendall Larsen - Social Worker, Maple Leaf House

Open Access logo Askew DA, Foley W, Kirk C, Williamson D. "I'm outta here!": a qualitative investigation into why Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people self-discharge from hospital. BMC Health Serv Res. 2021 Sep 3;21(1):907. doi: 10.1186/s12913-021-06880-9. PMID: 34479571; PMCID: PMC8414851.

Department of Health and Aged Care logo Status and determinants of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health

AIHW logo Determinants of health for First Nations people

HNE Health logo Strategic Framework to Improve Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing in HNELHD Implementation Plan 2022-23

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