July 25, 2009 marks the 9th annual National, World, and Global Patient Safety Day.

Join the Amistaff employees in remembering patients and families who have lost their life (or quality of life) due to medical errors and harm – and in tribute to those who work to improve the safety and quality of healthcare for future patients.

“Together, lighting the path to safe healthcare – today and everyday:
safe, high quality healthcare is neither accidental nor static.”

Moments of silence designated for Noon and 6:00pm for each respective timezone.

Patients are encouraged to particiapte in their healthcare in an effort to increase their own safety.

The Universal Patient Compact, created by the National Patient Safety Foundation, highlights the principles for partnership between healthcare providers and patients. Consumers of healthcare should become more involved by asking questions, staying informed, and advocating for themselves and loved ones.

To learn more about this year’s 2009 Inaugural Florence Nightingale and Dr. E. Codeman Patient Safety Day Award Recipient, Dr. Lucian Leape, view the press release dated July 16, 2009.