Speak Up materials

In March 2002, The Joint Commission launched its Speak Up™ patient safety program. Over time, the program has expanded to more than 40 countries, and features infographics, animated videos, brochures and posters.

The Speak Up™ program urges patients to:

Speak up if you have questions or concerns.

Pay attention to the care you get.

Educate yourself about your illness.

Ask a trusted family member or friend to be your advocate (advisor or supporter).

Know what medicines you take and why you take them.

Use a healthcare organization that has been carefully checked out.

Participate in all decisions about your treatment.

Please feel free to download any of the brochures or information on the Speak Up™ patient safety program!

English Language

SPEAK UP ABOUT YOUR CARE

SPEAK UP AGAINST DISCRIMINATION

SPEAK UP ANESTHESIA

SPEAK UP ANTIBIOTICS

SPEAK UP-AVOID A RETURN TRIP TO THE HOSPITAL

SPEAK UP - DEPRESSION

SPEAK UP-Five ways to be active in your care in the hospital

SPEAK UP - DIABETES

SPEAK UP - FALLS

SPEAK UP- PREVENT FALLS

SPEAK UP - FOR SAFE SURGERY

SPEAK UP - FOR YOUR RIGHTS

SPEAK UP - MEDICAL TESTS

SPEAK UP - MEDICAL MISTAKES

SPEAK UP - MEMORY PROBLEMS

SPEAK UP - ORGAN DONATION

SPEAK UP - PALLIATIVE CARE

SPEAK UP - PREVENT INFECTION

SPEAK UP - RESEARCH STUDIES

SPEAK UP - STROKE

SPEAK UP - Telehealth

SPEAK UP - UNDERSTANDING CAREGIVERS

SPEAK UP - VACCINES

SPEAK UP - XRAYS MRIs and MED IMAGING