Top Reads of the Week

Here's another edition of our most interesting reads of the week! Join us on Twitter @PatientsAssocCa or on Facebook to receive more frequent updates.

• The Conversation Project - It’s not easy to talk about how you want the end of your life to be. But it’s one of the most important conversations you can have with your loved ones. Explore the Starter Kit, a helpful guide to understanding your thoughts, or read a story, either way this organization is committed to educating everyone on the importance of simply beginning the conversation.
• Navigating the Healthcare System - Carolyn Clancy, M.D., prepares brief, easy-to-understand advice columns for healthcare consumers to help navigate the health care system. This week's article is on a new initiative that urges better communication between clinicians and patients.
• List of Ontario Hospital Patient Advocates - Does your hospital employ a Patient Advocate? It shouldn't be hard to find out, but sometimes the information isn't readily available. This website takes the stress out of the equation by listing Patient Advocates by city and hospital in alphabetical order.