OMS: Unul din zece pacienți suferă prejudicii în timpul îngrijirilor medicale. Jumătate dintre cazuri ar putea fi prevenite

One in ten patients globally experiences harm during medical care, with half of these incidents deemed preventable, according to the WHO. Patients with non-communicable diseases face additional risks due to frequent treatments and interactions with healthcare systems. This year's World Patient Safety Day, observed on September 17, focuses on safe care for life, particularly for those with chronic conditions like cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes, and chronic respiratory diseases. The WHO emphasizes the need for coordinated actions to ensure safe care throughout a patient's journey, from prevention to long-term management. Strengthening health systems and involving patients in their care decisions are crucial for improving safety and quality of healthcare services.