Better Understanding
for Better Health
The Partnership for Clear Health Communication (PCHC) at the National Patient Safety Foundation is a national, non-profit 501(c)(3) coalition that serves as an information source regarding the scope and impact of health literacy in the U.S., as well as what providers and patients can do to improve health communication in every provider-patient interaction.
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PCHC Joins Forces with NPSF
The Partnership for Clear Health Communication was launched in 2002, and has made significant inroads in advancing awareness of the importance of health literacy. In an effort to continue to enhance our mission, expand our reach, and best leverage resources, PCHC will join forces with the National Patient Safety Foundation to become the Partnership for Clear Health Communication at the National Patient Safety Foundation. Please click here to read more >>
What is Health Literacy?
Health literacy is the ability to read, understand and effectively use basic medical instructions and information. Low health literay can affect anyone of any age, ethnicity, background or education level. More about health literacy >>
Join PCHC
Membership is free for any organization or business interested in improving health literacy for their
patients, clients or community. If you are not currently a member of the Partnership for Clear Health
Communication,
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