We don’t want you to FALL. Illness, medicines, tests or surgery can make you dizzy or weak. You may not be as strong as you feel. IT’S OK TO ASK for help.

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We don’t want you to FALL. Illness, medicines, tests or surgery can make you dizzy or weak. You may not be as strong as you feel. IT’S OK TO ASK for help before getting up. Be an important part of our patient safety team! In collaboration with hospitals throughout Greater Cincinnati

Clean hands prevent the spread of infection. IT’S OK TO ASK health care workers if they cleaned their hands. Be an important part of our patient safety team! In collaboration with hospitals throughout Greater Cincinnati

Always carry a current list of your medications (including allergies and over-the counter medications) and their doses with you. Know why and when you are taking medications. IT’S OK TO ASK. Be an important part of our patient safety team! In collaboration with hospitals throughout Greater Cincinnati

We check your identification bracelet to make sure the right patient gets the right care. IT’S OK TO ASK staff to check your identification before giving you medications, treatments or tests. Be an important part of our patient safety team! In collaboration with hospitals throughout Greater Cincinnati