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Health Literacy in a Protected Area: Stakeholder mapping and system barriers

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This study investigates the structural and relational determinants of health literacy in Pahang National Park, Malaysia. Using Net-Map and Social Network Analysis (SNA), we mapped stakeholder relationships among 16 actors involved in health promotion. The network showed moderate cohesion (density = 0.47), with key roles played by clinics, JAKOA, and schools. Thematic analysis revealed barriers in education, infrastructure, poverty, and restrictive policies. Findings highlight the need for cross-sectoral collaboration, school-based interventions, and inclusive policy reforms to improve health literacy in protected communities. Results offer a systems-based framework for advancing health equity in ecologically constrained settings.

Source: Journal of ASIAN Behavioural Studies

DOI: 10.21834/jabs.v9i29.451

Authors: Nor Aziah Abd Kadir, Muhammad Fuad Abdullah, Syahrial, Mohd Iqbal Mohd Noor

Institutions: Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Universiti Teknologi MARA System, Universiti Teknologi MARA, University of Indonesia

Language: English

Topic: Health Literacy and Information Accessibility

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4411527798

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