By: Chaunte’ Causey, Communications Manager, PCC
At Palmetto Care Connections (PCC), we believe that access to safe, high-quality healthcare is a fundamental right for all South Carolinians, no matter where they live. Patient Safety Awareness Week, led by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI), serves as a vital reminder of the importance of safety in every healthcare interaction—whether in person or through telehealth.
The Importance of Patient Safety
Issues like medication mix-ups, communication breakdowns, and lack of access to timely care can all put patients at risk. For rural communities, these challenges are often magnified by provider shortages and geographic barriers.
Through telehealth and digital health innovations, PCC is committed to bridging these gaps and ensuring that rural patients receive safe, effective care. Whether it’s supporting providers with secure telemedicine platforms or educating patients on how to navigate virtual care safely, our mission is to enhance both access and safety in healthcare.
How We Can All Contribute to Patient Safety
- Healthcare Providers can enhance patient safety by utilizing telehealth to expand access to specialists, ensuring clear communication during virtual visits, and implementing best practices for digital health security.
- Patients and Families can take an active role in their care by asking questions, verifying medications, and using reliable telehealth services to avoid unnecessary hospital visits.
- Healthcare Organizations can strengthen patient safety by investing in training, technology, and community partnerships to deliver high-quality care across all settings.
At PCC, we are proud to support efforts that promote safer, more connected care for rural and underserved communities. This Patient Safety Awareness Week, we encourage everyone—patients, providers, and healthcare leaders—to work together toward a future where every patient receives safe, effective, and accessible healthcare.
For more information, visit the Institute for Healthcare Improvement.
Link: https://www.ihi.org/networks/initiatives/patient-safety-awareness-week
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