World Patient Safety Day is led by the World Health Organization (WHO) to raise awareness and promote understanding of patient safety issues. The day encourages international collaboration among governments, healthcare professionals, and communities to reduce harm in healthcare settings.

Each year, the campaign focuses on a specific theme such as improving diagnosis, medication safety, or strengthening health systems and fosters partnerships between patients, caregivers, and healthcare leaders to drive meaningful change.

Why it matters to adult social care and safeguarding:
World Patient Safety Day reinforces the importance of safeguarding adults receiving care by promoting safe, transparent, and person-centred practices across health and social care services. It supports efforts to protect vulnerable individuals from avoidable harm and uphold their rights to safe, high-quality care.

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