Be an Active Participant
WHAT CAN PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES DO?
YOU have a crucial role to play. Although serious adverse health events are very, very rare, you should be aware of them so you can ask questions and make sure health care workers are doing their jobs in the safest possible way. Patients and their families should never feel embarrassed when they ask questions because the right question might help avoid a mistake or clarify an important medical issue. Read more to get additional information and resources that can help you be a more active participant in your or your family’s care.
Data for Patients
Using Data to Improve Your Care
As a patient, healthcare data can help you make decisions about your care and the care of your family. Read more to get information about organizations that provide data for patients to use in making decisions about their care.
