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The World Health Professions Alliance speaks for 47 million health professionals worldwide, and is the only alliance which convenes knowledge and experience from the key health professions in 179 countries and territories.

Press release to mark World Patient Safety Day 2026

17 September 2026—On World Patient Safety Day, WHPA emphasizes that safe patient care depends on a safe, supported and adequately staffed health workforce. Sufficient staffing levels, decent working conditions and meaningful support for health professionals’ wellbeing are essential to reducing the risk of harm to both patients and those delivering care.

See also the WHPA news item for more details.

 

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