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  • Public Health Communication
  • Health Literacy
  • Professional Writing Skills

Background:

  • Effective communication is crucial in public health, yet practitioners often lack formal writing training.
  • This study investigates the writing practices of public health professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the types of writing undertaken by public health practitioners.
  • To understand the target audiences and support systems for their writing.
  • To assess practitioners' self-efficacy and desire for professional development in writing.

Main Methods:

  • A web-based questionnaire was distributed to public health practitioners across 5 regions in Sweden.
  • Data were collected on writing activities, support, professional development, and writing self-efficacy.
  • Descriptive statistics and content analysis were used to analyze the collected data.

Main Results:

  • Presentations (88.9%), reports (59.7%), and decision-making documents (47.2%) were the most common writing tasks.
  • Scientific articles, blog posts, and opinion pieces were less common.
  • Politicians, managers, and citizens were the primary target audiences, with colleagues being the main source of writing support.

Conclusions:

  • Public health practitioners in Sweden focus their writing on internal stakeholders like politicians and managers.
  • Developing skills in public-facing communication is essential for broader engagement and improved health outcomes.
  • Enhanced writing capabilities can strengthen public health initiatives and promote health for all.