National Patient Safety Awareness Week Runs March 8–14

BOSTON — National Patient Safety Awareness Week, observed from March 8 through March 14, serves as a vital annual campaign to spark a national dialogue about the importance of safety in healthcare settings and the critical role of patient involvement. Organized by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI), the week-long observance highlights the necessity of transparent communication between medical professionals and those they serve, aiming to reduce medical errors and improve health outcomes. By encouraging patients and their families to become active members of the healthcare team, the initiative seeks to foster a culture of safety that extends from the hospital bedside to outpatient clinics, ensuring that every individual receives the highest standard of care through informed and collaborative participation.