The Novel Coronavirus COVID-19 and Plain Language
The virus is spreading as a disease (so far over 90,000 people infected and over
Health Literacy is Multidimensional
Health Literacy has been understood as literacy applied to health information. But we now know
Is Plain Language Worth It?
I was asked this question by a group of non-fiction writers. The bottom line: all
Plain Language Principles
How do we promote successful written communication? “Plain language is clear language. It is simple
Don’t “you know?” Them: Turning the “Teach-Back” Technique Around on Doctors for Patient Advocacy
Language is key at the doctor’s office. Improving physician-patient communication can have huge benefits. In
Passives are Peaceful, not Limp
In my latest article on the ATA Chronicle, the flagship publication of the American Translators