CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The resolution WHA 72.6 ‘Global action on patient safety ’ recognizes patient safety as a global health priority and endorses the establishment of World Patient Safety Day to be observed annually on 17 September.

Detailed explanation-2: -17 September is World Patient Safety Day The Day brings together patients, families, caregivers, communities, health workers, health care leaders and policy-makers to show their commitment to patient safety.

Detailed explanation-3: -World Patient Safety Day was established in May 2019 when the 72nd World Health Assembly adopted resolution WHA 72.6 on ‘Global action on patient safety’.

Detailed explanation-4: -The first World Patient Safety Day was established in May 2019 at the 72nd World Health Assembly (the governing body of WHO) through a resolution on enhancing patient safety worldwide. This was the continuation of a major campaign since 2016 involving ministers and health departments of various countries.