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VHA Foundation Launches National CEO Patient SafetyNetwork, Starting From the Top to Make Patients Safer
Date:5/6/2008

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About the VHA Foundation

The VHA Foundation, located in Irving, Texas, is a 501(c)(3) private foundation created by VHA Inc. to encourage leadership and innovation in addressing health and health care issues. The Foundation seeks the input and participation of both member and non-member health care organizations in its efforts to improve health and healthcare. The VHA Foundation funds programs that focus on two important health themes: patient safety and disaster relief. For more information on the VHA Foundation, visit http://www.vhafoundation.org/

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