The relationship between maternal health literacy and knowledge and attitudes about newborn screenings in different ethnic groups

Key Points

• Maternal health literacy significantly influences knowledge about newborn screenings, especially in diverse ethnic groups.
• Findings highlight that higher health literacy scores correlate with better attitudes and awareness regarding screening processes.
• A cross-sectional analysis included various ethnic groups, revealing notable differences in understanding and acceptance of newborn screenings.
• Highlights the need for targeted educational strategies to improve newborn screening knowledge and equity in health.