WHO Observes World Patient Safety Day, Emphasizing Noncommunicable Disease Care

The World Health Organization (WHO) is marking World Patient Safety Day on September 17, 2026, centering its campaign on "Safe care for noncommunicable diseases." This global initiative aims to heighten awareness and drive action to minimize avoidable harm within healthcare settings, especially for individuals living with chronic conditions such as cardiovascular diseases, cancers, and diabetes.