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World Patient Safety Day

World Patient Safety Day on 17 September promotes action to make health care safer for patients everywhere.

  • UK
  • USA
  • International
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held2019

About the day

The World Health Assembly created the day in 2019. It brings together patients, families, health workers and policymakers to show their commitment to safe care.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
2027Friday 17 September 2027UK, USA, InternationalSame date every year
2028Sunday 17 September 2028UK, USA, InternationalSame date every year
2029Monday 17 September 2029UK, USA, InternationalSame date every year

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