Patient Rights

Foolproof diets! Miracle cures! And did you hear about this "one weird trick"? With the popularity of internet and social media, we come across health topics every day. But how much of it's true? How do we know what we can trust? Here are some things to look for.

As a patient, you have the right to be informed about and make decisions regarding your care. You also have the right to care that is free from discrimination, as well as the right to have a patient advocate. In Speak Up™ For Your Rights, learn about the different rights you have as a patient.

In this animated video, you'll meet Marge Popple, who learns why it's important to write down questions about her health, share a list of medications with the doctor, and fully understand everything that is explained during a visit to the doctor's office.

The first in a series of new animated Speak Up™ videos that encourage patients to speak up and be active participants in their health care.