In the United States, there is a significant gap between the way health-care information is communicated and the ability of most people to understand it. Nearly nine of 10 adults have difficulty using routine health information.

It’s a daunting challenge given that Louisiana ranks among the worst states in nearly every health measure, but there are three of us locally who are energized by our roles in this statewide effort to improve the lives of literally tens of thousands of Louisiana residents.