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Informative Articles and Press Releases for
Patient Safety & Advocacy
Explore our collection of Informative Articles designed to deepen your understanding of patient safety and effective healthcare advocacy. These carefully curated resources provide essential knowledge, practical strategies, and expert insights that can help protect you and your loved ones during healthcare encounters. Staying informed is one of the most powerful tools in preventing medical errors and ensuring quality care.
Before the articles, you will also find a series of Press Releases to keep you updated on our growth throughout the year. We regularly update both of these sections with new perspectives, emerging research, and valuable lessons from the field of patient safety—bookmark this page and return often to expand your advocacy toolkit and join our community of empowered healthcare consumers.
Press Releases
Pulse CPSEA’s Sharon McDermott to Speak at People for Patient Safety Meeting on Safety in Acupuncture and Birth Doula Work
Monthly Pulse Center for Patient Safety Education & Advocacy meeting for November What do acupuncture and birth doula work have in common? For some, they are complementary disciplines; both require training and skills; and both are the specialties of Sharon McDermott, M.S., L.Ac ., CBD, owner of https://healthyhealingli.com , a Long Island-based practice offering alternative and herbal therapies. The free, virtual (Zoom) People for Patient Safety (PPS) meeting from Pulse
Any Questions? Pulse Center for Patient Safety Hosts “Open Podium” Zoom Session for the Public
Have you ever had a question about the health care you or a loved one is receiving . . . . but didn’t know who to ask? Now there’s a place to find out what others, who may have had similar experiences, have learned. PACC — Patient Activation through Community Conversations — is a freewheeling discussion on Zoom that is hosted monthly by Pulse Center for Patient Safety Education & Advocacy, the nation’s leading grassroots patient safety education organization. A PACC is n
Pulse Center for Patient Safety’s Karen Campbell to Host “Planning for Aging in Place” Virtual Meeting for Patient Advocates
Planning for aging in place is not easy. A patient advocate can help older people assess their needs, desires and resources and build a plan that takes account of the many moving parts involved. Tonight (October 27, 2025) Karen Campbell, MBA, RScP of Pulse Center for Patient Safety Education & Advocacy will host a session of Advocates Collaborative Educational Series (ACES), “ Planning for Aging in Place: Your Home, Your Community, Your Choice ” devoted to that topic. This is
Informative Articles
Conflict Resolution
Resolving Communication Breakdowns: A Workshop for Volunteers Tax-Aide National Recruitment and Outreach Committee State Management Team...
How Do You Choose a Patient Advocate? Do You Actually Need One?
First, you may want to decide what services you need. Here are some things to think about: Do you need someone to bathe and dress you or...
Could One Oversight in Your Health Care Put Your Life at Risk?
Imagine this: After a routine visit to the hospital, you think you are on the path to recovery. But a few days later, you develop a fever...
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Pulse CPSEA’s Sharon McDermott to Speak at People for Patient Safety Meeting on Safety in Acupuncture and Birth Doula Work
Monthly Pulse Center for Patient Safety Education & Advocacy meeting for November What do acupuncture and birth doula work have in common? For some, they are complementary disciplines; both require training and skills; and both are the specialties of Sharon McDermott, M.S., L.Ac ., CBD, owner of https://healthyhealingli.com , a Long Island-based practice offering alternative and herbal therapies. The free, virtual (Zoom) People for Patient Safety (PPS) meeting from Pulse
18 hours ago1 min read
Never Go It Alone
Kathy Casale Never Go It Alone By Kathy Casale There are times in life that you can or must “go it alone”. A medical crisis is not that time. Even the smartest of people dumb down real fast when faced with a medical crisis for themselves or their loved ones. Confusing medical jargon, acronyms you have no way of knowing, rushed medical personnel who have too little time to really listen to you or encourage your questions. Add all those on top of a frightening diagnosis and you
2 days ago3 min read
Any Questions? Pulse Center for Patient Safety Hosts “Open Podium” Zoom Session for the Public
Have you ever had a question about the health care you or a loved one is receiving . . . . but didn’t know who to ask? Now there’s a place to find out what others, who may have had similar experiences, have learned. PACC — Patient Activation through Community Conversations — is a freewheeling discussion on Zoom that is hosted monthly by Pulse Center for Patient Safety Education & Advocacy, the nation’s leading grassroots patient safety education organization. A PACC is n
Oct 301 min read
Pulse Center for Patient Safety’s Karen Campbell to Host “Planning for Aging in Place” Virtual Meeting for Patient Advocates
Planning for aging in place is not easy. A patient advocate can help older people assess their needs, desires and resources and build a plan that takes account of the many moving parts involved. Tonight (October 27, 2025) Karen Campbell, MBA, RScP of Pulse Center for Patient Safety Education & Advocacy will host a session of Advocates Collaborative Educational Series (ACES), “ Planning for Aging in Place: Your Home, Your Community, Your Choice ” devoted to that topic. This is
Oct 271 min read
People of Pulse – October 2025 – Shlomit Liberty, BCPA
Shlomit Liberty is a relatively new member of Pulse, having joined this year, but she is already an active and committed participant.
Oct 64 min read
Maria Rodriguez
Maria Rodriguez joined Pulse in 2020 after attending a virtual presentation that inspired her to get involved. A business management professional and long-time advocate for her mother’s care, Maria now volunteers and advises with Pulse to help others navigate the healthcare system — click to read more about Maria’s journey and what drives her dedication to Pulse.
Oct 52 min read
Jackee Namwila BCPA
Jackee Namwila is one busy person. In addition to serving on Pulse’s Board of Directors, she is a practicing Board-Certified Patient...
Oct 52 min read
C. Lynn Chevalier, DHSc, MPH (CPH), MS, CSSGB, CPC, Chairperson of the Pulse Board
Pulse: Thanks for talking to us, Lynn. Could we start by asking where you work? Lynn Chevalier : I work as Assistant Professor in the...
Oct 52 min read
Kathy Casale
Pulse: Kathy, what is your role at Pulse? KC: I am a Board member and avid supporter. Pulse: What’s your profession apart from serving...
Oct 52 min read
Kira King, PhD, BCPA
Pulse: What is your profession or company? KK: I am a consultant – a freelance learning experience designer. I consult with...
Oct 52 min read
Susan Capurso CEOLD
Pulse board member Susan Capurso of East End Doula Care is an end-of-life doula and Legacy Specialist. Pulse: We know you have done...
Oct 52 min read
Pulse CPSEA President Ilene Corina to Lead Breakout Session at New England Patient Advocacy Conference (NEPAC 2025)
Inaugural event will unite nurse advocates, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and members of the public in Worcester, MA Ilene...
Sep 291 min read
Pulse Center for Patient Safety Awarded WHO Grant for World Patient Safety Day Initiative
LONG ISLAND, NY — Pulse Center for Patient Safety Education & Advocacy (Pulse CPSEA), a Long Island-based nonprofit organization...
Sep 22 min read
Comedy for a Cause: Pulse CPSEA’s Annual Comedy Night Fundraiser Returns to Bellmore
Doctor: “You’re losing a lot of blood and need an infusion. What’s your blood type?!” Patient: “B positive.” Doctor: “I’m trying, but...
Aug 111 min read
TakeCHARGE Campaign Moves to Step 5: “Choose an Advocate for Yourself, Be an Advocate for Others”
Every sick or injured patient needs a well person to safeguard their interests. The 2025 TakeCHARGE Campaign (5 Steps to Safer Health...
Aug 72 min read
Conflict Resolution
Resolving Communication Breakdowns: A Workshop for Volunteers Tax-Aide National Recruitment and Outreach Committee State Management Team...
Aug 23 min read
Pulse Analysis: “New York’s Healthcare System Is Reaching a Breaking Point,” says Insurance Specialist James Donnelly
James Donnelly Premium spikes, insurer withdrawals and exploding medicaid spending spark alarm over patients' safety With health...
Jul 92 min read
The TakeCHARGE Campaign Moves to Step #4: Help Prevent Infections — Ask Caregivers to Wash Their Hands
Patient safety public awareness campaign highlights July's target activity. "Wash your hands. Wash for at least 20 seconds. Do it...
Jul 82 min read
Marc Berlin (BCPA) Joins Pulse Center for Patient Safety Education & Advocacy Board
Pulse Center for Patient Safety Education & Advocacy is pleased to announce that Marc Berlin, Board-Certified patient advocate and owner...
Jun 241 min read
Bingo! Burgers! A Blast of Fun! Pulse CPSEA to Host Long Island Fundraiser June 13, 2025
Pulse Center for Patient Safety Education & Advocacy is pleased to announce a fun night of Bingo and Burgers to raise funds for its...
Jun 71 min read
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