New ‘People Matter, Words Matter’ poster highlights Disability Pride Month

The newest in AHA’s series of People Matter, Words Matter posters, which emphasize the need for person-first language in health care settings, focuses on using caring and compassionate language about people with disabilities. DOWNLOAD NOW
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