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NCJW Peninsula Section's Health Forum - "BE YOUR OWN ADVOCATE"

Can you answer these questions?

Do you have a right to see your medical records?

Can your advocate speak for you if you can't speak for yourself?

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What are the three most important questions to ask your doctor when being treated?

How could you ask your clinician to wash their hands without feeling embarrassed or uncomfortable?

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Is HIPAA meant to keep you from learning the condition of your loved one?

This Health Forum can help save the lives of the people you care about.

Come hear our two speakers. 

Ilene Corina, President of PULSE New York,  is a nationally recognized advocate and community health speaker for patient safety. 

Leslie Farrington is a practicing gynecologist on Long Island.

BRING YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY - ALL ARE WELCOME

Refreshments and lunch will be served.  Cost - $25.00

Call the NCJW Office to reserve your place - 569-3660

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