Medical visits are often quick, leaving patients to rely on written instructions. But many aren’t taught to interpret the information they are given, a new study says.
Nearly one-third of middle-aged Americans struggle with basic medication tasks such as proper dosing and understanding prescription labels.
A study of 942 patients found people often forgot diagnosis details just 10 minutes after a doctor visit.
Experts say the problem lies with the healthcare system's confusing instructions rather than patient capability.
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