Biden-⁠Harris administration announces progress and new commitments to improve patient and health care workforce safety (17 September 2024)

Summary

In recognition of World Patient Safety Day, the Biden-Harris Administration is announcing actions to address patient and workforce safety in our health care system. Last year, President Biden tasked his Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) to identify a path forward to tackle these systemic and pervasive challenges.

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In response, PCAST made actionable recommendations, including:

• Enhance federal leadership and prioritization of patient and workforce safety;
• Increase adoption of evidence-based practices for preventing harm and addressing risks;
• Partner with patients and other stakeholders to address disparities and increase transparency; and
• Accelerate research and deployment of technologies to spur innovation and quality improvement. 

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