World Patient Safety Day was established in 2019 by the 72 nd World Health Assembly through the WHA72.6 resolution on “Global action on patient safety” . This day is observed on 17 th September every year to enhance global understanding of patient safety, increase public engagement, and promote global actions to enhance patient safety and reduce patient harm. Data suggests that: Every day, approximately 810 women die from preventable causes related to pregnancy and childbirth. Around 6700 newborns die every day.
About 2 million babies are stillborn every year, with over 40% occurring during labor. Considering the significant burden of women and newborns’ diseases due to unsafe prenatal and perinatal care, this year’s World Patient Safety Day is dedicated to prioritizing and addressing safety in maternal and newborn care, particularly around the time of childbirth. This year’s theme is…
