Green Earth Natural Foods Market will host an Introduction to Patient Safety, presented by PULSE of NY, Inc. on Thursday October 15th from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. This two hour event includes a one-hour community based training to help patients, family and friends understand their role in patient safety, followed by facilitated discussion of the subject. This introduction is designed to help those who wish to advocate for family and friends and will include learning about medication safety, communication with your health care provider and the role of patient and family in health care settings.
Medical errors are now the third leading cause of death in the country. Since 1996 PULSE has worked closely with patient safety experts to develop programs for the general public on reducing falls in hospitals, reducing hospital acquired infections, avoiding medication errors and providing support in discharge planning while improving health literacy and communication skills.
To reserve a seat or for more information contact PULSE of NY Inc. at 516-579-4711 or by e-mail info@pulseofny.org. A suggested donation of $10.00 payable to PULSE of NY is requested.
PULSE of NY is a nonprofit 501 (c) 3 community-based organization dedicated to raising awareness about patient safety through advocacy, education and support.
Source: Press release by Pulse of NY dated Sept. 8, 2015.
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