Empirical Evaluation of Understandability and Usability of Health Handbooks Commonly Used in Japan

Objective: Various types of handbooks that summarize and record health information (health handbooks) have been used in Japan for many years. The purpose this study was to explore ways evaluate the understandability usability commonly printed Japan. Methods: An internet search performed identify were then collected, searched, evaluated quality functionality health-information. overall assessed using Suitability Assessment Material (SAM) Centers Disease Control Prevention Clear Communication Index (CCI), a purpose-user matrix. Results: A total 14 extracted analyzed. median scores SAM CCI 39 (min 25, max 45) 81.5% (60%, 100%), respectively, no significant association observed between two evaluation scores. Based on matrix, most common type handbook those designed preventive purposes user or their family completed ( n = 9). Conclusion: Our sampled mostly varied. assess different aspects written materials it is recommended they be together when evaluating handbooks. To facilitate more effective use public activities, we suggest content by