Cara would like to improve her level of health literacy, so she starts a conversation with her doctor during a checkup. Cara's doctor is glad to share some important health information. She lets Cara know about the vaccines a woman her age should have. She explains the kinds of preventive screenings she should have during the next few years. Cara and her doctor talk about the best ways to improve her exercise routine. Though Cara isn't currently planning to have children, she learns some of the basic facts about maintaining good health during pregnancy. The doctor gives Cara the contact information for a nutritionist she can talk to about her diet. Cara leaves the appointment with a better understanding of her health and resources for learning even more.


How do you think Cara's experience is likely to affect her health later in life?