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Simple steps to keep you safe during your hospital stay
Simple steps to keep you safe during your hospital stay
You may be feeling anxious about being in hospital but keeping you safe and well is a priority for the staff looking after you. There are also some simple things you can do to help keep yourself safe during your hospital stay, such as asking for help when needed, protecting yourself from slips and falls and helping to prevent blood clots.
The ‘Simple steps to keep you safe during your hospital stay’ video and leaflet provides tips on things you can do to look after your safety during your stay.
More information and resources
Simple steps to keep you safe leaflet
This leaflet is also available in multiple languages on the NHS England website.
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