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Overcoming language barriers with patients improves communication, a critical element of safety and quality. To reduce medical errors and improve patient safety, Erlanger Health System in Chattanooga, Tenn., has bolstered its language services program. The health system focused on increasing staff…
AHA comments regarding HHS' proposed rule on nondiscrimination in health programs and activities.
AHA comments regarding Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) proposed rule on
Cultural competency is critical to reducing health care disparities and improving access to high-quality health care for diverse patients. This webinar, in collaboration with the American Hospital Association's Institute for Diversity in Health Management and Equity of Care, highlights the…
AHA letter to Representative Charles Dent endorsing HR 3537, the Synthetic Drug Control Act of 2015.
Hospitals and health systems are focusing on cultural competence to create an environment and workforce that delivers the highest quality care to every patient regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, or language proficiency. In a recent HPOE webinar, the 2015 AHA Equity of Care Award finalists…