Healthy People 2020 includes which objective related to health communication?

• A. Improve health literacy
• B. Increase gym memberships
• C. Expand workplace wellness programs
• D. Reduce health insurance premiums

Answer: (A)

Health communication centers on how health information is shared and understood by diverse populations, enabling people to access, comprehend, and act on that information. Healthy People 2020 explicitly targets improving health literacy as a key objective, recognizing that clear, plain-language, culturally appropriate materials and guidance empower individuals to make informed health decisions and navigate care. The other options describe activities like promoting physical activity, implementing workplace wellness, or affecting costs; while important, they are not primarily about communicating health information or improving people’s ability to understand it.