Medical Care Medical errors are a leading cause of death and injury. It has been reported that about 195,000 patients a year die in U.S. hospitals due to medical errors that could have been prevented. This brochure lists important tips on what you can do to help protect yourself from medical errors. Medical Errors Medical […]
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Financial Health Manage and minimize misuse of your personal information Consumers lose billions of dollars every year to crooks who steal their identity and money through fraud. Avoid becoming a victim. Keep your personal information safe and secure: * Put your Social Security card, Medicare card, military ID, and passport in a secure place, unless
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Work Life Most workplace injuries can be prevented. What you need to do depends on the job you do and the hazards you are exposed to. Your place of work may have certain standards and safety measures. Some are set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Know and follow your workplace’s safety rules.
Mental Health Care A counselor helps you identify a problem area, explore factors which may be contributing to your difficulty, and provides options for you to consider. Counseling is not something that’s done to you. On the contrary, you are called upon to play a very active role in getting better and form a team
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Mental Health Care Did you know that practice can train your brain to be more positive? A positive attitude is tied to lower blood pressure and blood sugar, decreased risk of heart disease and depression, a stronger immune system, better coping skills, better weight management, and a longer life! For best results, practice seeing the
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Medical Care There are a variety of patient’s rights and providers of them. One, called “The Patient Care Partnership” is from the American Hospital Association (AHA). It gives guidelines for both patients and staff to let you know your rights in a hospital. These include: * High-quality hospital care. * A clean and safe environment.
Mental Health A person who is paranoid has fears, such as being watched, harmed or poisoned. He or she does not trust others and is suspicious that others are “out to get” him or her. It is normal to wonder if people are talking about you when you hear them whispering as you walk into
Mental Health Parents face many issues in raising children. Issues focus on seeing that the children are: * Safe * Cared for (physically and emotionally) * Taught right from wrong * Guided to deal with the stresses of life stages in order to learn how to become independent adults Parenting is not easy. Being an
Mental Health People with passive-aggressive behaviors show hostility and aggression in passive ways. Their aim is to resist job and social demands. Examples of passive-aggressive behaviors are: * “Forgetting” to do something on purpose * Making a habit of putting off or being late with social and/or job tasks * Failing to do one’s share
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Medical Care Although estimates vary, as many as 251,000 people a year die in U.S. hospitals due to medical errors, also called Preventable Adverse Events (PAEs). Take an active role in every decision about your health care. If needed, have a family member or friend oversee your care. “Wrong-site” surgery includes operating on the wrong
