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Today is #WorldPatientSafetyDay

Children aren’t small adults. They need safe care tailored to their:

🧸 Age
🧸 Weight
🧸 Development
🧸 Medical needs
🧸 Ability to communicate
🧸 Context

Learn why we need to ensure safe care for all children from the start👉 bit.ly/WPSD2025WHO #PatientSafety
A graphic for World Patient Safety Day 2025 with the title “Why is safe health care for children so important?”. It shows two children holding flowers at the top. Four key points are highlighted: (1) Children face higher risks – even small errors can cause lifelong harm. (2) Children need care that fits their age, weight and development. (3) Children can’t speak up — they rely on adults to keep them safe. (4) Safety takes teamwork — families and health workers working together.
September 17, 2025 at 7:31 AM
thereforme.bsky.social
David Putrino is #ThereForME! @putrinolab.bsky.social is a leading #LongCovid clinician and Director of the @mountsinainyc.bsky.social Center for Recovery From Complex Chronic Illnesses.

His message: “Happy Holidays! We won’t stop fighting for pwME! Love David”

#PatientSafety #pwME #pwLC
A pretend polaroid shows David Putrino posing for a photo holding a #ThereForME Christmas card. The image on the card shows two presents, one labelled "patient safety", the other "research". The photo is labelled "7". The design is in the #ThereForME colours. This second image displays David’s handwritten message. It reads: “Happy Holidays! We won’t stop fighting for pwME! Love David”
December 7, 2024 at 9:00 AM
liangrhea.bsky.social
Our hospital has just standardised doctor lanyards to make us more easily identifiable for #PatientSafety, especially in complex teams. I'm sad to put my rainbow lanyard aside- but hooray for replacement pins that are also being rolled out organisation-wide. 🤗🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️
A rectangular badge with the progress Pride flag and the word ALLY
March 14, 2025 at 6:59 AM
bhaghanipour.bsky.social
Frauen wurden jahrzehntelang aus Studien ausgeschlossen – bis heute gefährlich für ihre Gesundheit.
Medizin muss für alle sicher sein! 💉 #GenderHealthGap #PatientSafety
September 17, 2025 at 11:57 AM
thereforme.bsky.social
Dec 8: It’s Adrian Ramsay! @adrianramsay.bsky.social is Co-Leader of the @greenparty.org.uk, the first party to develop a Covid & Long Covid policy 🙌

His message: “My Christmas wish for people with ME and Long Covid is that they get the medical and financial support they need.”

#PatientSafety
A pretend polaroid shows a smiling Adrian Ramsay posing for a photo holding a #ThereForME Christmas card. The image on the card shows the dark blue Christmas tree, decorated with sparkling fairy lights, baubles and a star on the top, in a snowy landscape against a starry backdrop. The design is in the #ThereForME colours. This second image displays Adrian’s handwritten message. It reads “My Christmas wish for people with ME and Long Covid is that they get the medical and financial support they need.”
December 8, 2024 at 9:00 AM
who.int
It’s #WorldPatientSafetyDay

📣 Parents and caregivers!

You play a vital role in making decisions and keeping your children safe when they receive care:
🙌 Be active participants
🙌 Ask questions
🙌 Stay informed
🙌 Speak up Learn more

Learn more 👉 bit.ly/WPSD2025WHO #PatientSafety
Title: ‘Keeping care safe for your child – Tips for families’. Four tips are displayed with colourful icons: 1) Keep track of symptoms, medication and appointments. 2) Stay informed about common medical conditions. 3) Ask questions when you are unsure. 4) Speak up when something feels wrong.
September 17, 2025 at 11:22 AM
eastangliabylines.co.uk
The #NHS must prioritise patient safety.
@drdavidnicholl.bsky.social examines the risks of employing Physician Associates & Anaesthesia Associates without proper regulation or defined roles.
#Healthcare #PatientSafety

eastangliabylines.co.uk/news/health/...
Vital independent review of physicians and anaesthesia associates announced
The Wes Streeting review announcement into physician and anaesthesia associates by Professor Gillian Leng can be cautiously welcomed
eastangliabylines.co.uk
December 1, 2024 at 12:05 PM
bettinagrande.bsky.social
6/6
Fortbildung ist wichtig.
Aber entscheidend ist, welches Wissen vermittelt wird.
Zwischen „Müdigkeit“ und „Reha“ geht hier das Wesentliche verloren:
Schutz vor Überlastung.
Anerkennung pathophysiologischer Grenzen.
Patientensicherheit.

#MECFS #PEM #LearnaboutME
#PatientSafety
#NoGET #NoRehab
Screenshot einer Folie der Fortbildung „Post COVID + CFS“ mit dem Titel „Zusammenfassung II (POCORE)“. Zu sehen sind Aufzählungen zu einer Reha-Studie mit über 1000 Teilnehmenden: 35 % psychische Störungen, 83 % Fatigue, Besserung durch Reha mit geringer Effektstärke, häufig depressive Symptome. Rechts im Bild: Vortragender Michael Jöbges im Videofenster. Screenshot einer Folie mit dem Titel „Zusammenfassung I“. Enthalten sind Bulletpoints zur Post-COVID-Diagnose, Fatigue, parasympathischer Minderinnervation und PEM („Zustände völliger Erschöpfung“). PEM wird als „Definition schwierig“ beschrieben, Pacing als Verhaltensempfehlung erwähnt. Rechts: Michael Jöbges im Video. Screenshot aus derselben Fortbildung. Frage: „Welches ist kein Warnzeichen bei ME/CFS-Patienten während körperlicher Belastung?“ Antwortoptionen: Schwindel, Schwitzen, Druckgefühl im Brustkorb, Kurzatmigkeit, Schmerzen. Screenshot aus einer Online-Fortbildung der Landesärztekammer Baden-Württemberg. Frage: „Welche Angebote im Rahmen einer ME/CFS-Rehabilitation sind sinnvoll?“ Antwortoptionen u. a.: Pacing, Edukation, Psychotherapie, neuropsychologisches Training, Reha nicht empfohlen.
October 24, 2025 at 11:24 AM
who.int
Today is #WorldPatientSafetyDay

Unsafe care can lead to lifelong or devastating consequences for children.

📣 Health workers: Safety first! You play a key role in delivering care that is safe and child-centred. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/WPSD2025WHO #PatientSafety
Title: ‘Delivering safe care for children – Tips for health practitioners: 1) Tailor care for children. 2) Work with families by listening and explaining. 3) Spot risks early and act early. 4) Communicate clearly during handovers and referrals. Illustration of a doctor standing with a child on crutches.
September 17, 2025 at 5:57 PM
swastrosarah.bsky.social
#PatientSafety please sign the call for Cochrane to withdraw its harmful endorsement of studies promoting exercise in post infection diseases www.change.org/p/cochrane-w.... Cochrane is a highly recommended resource to many post-graduate scholars in England. The next generation deserves better.
Sign the Petition
Cochrane: Withdraw the harmful 2019 Exercise therapy for CFS review
www.change.org
December 18, 2024 at 6:16 AM
thereforme.bsky.social
It’s #ThereForME!

Our message: “Thank you for all the support this year – it means the world to us! We’re thinking of you this Christmas. We’ll keep fighting for you in 2025. Lots of love. Karen, Emma, Oonagh”

#PatientSafety #pwME #pwLC #ThereForME
A pretend polaroid shows Emma Gore-Lloyd, Karen Hargrave and Oonagh Cousins posing for a photo holding a #ThereForME Christmas card. The image on the card shows the dark blue Christmas tree, decorated with sparkling fairy lights, baubles and a star on the top, in a snowy landscape against a starry backdrop. The design is in the #ThereForME colours. This second image displays #ThereForME’s handwritten message. It reads “Thank you for all the support this year – it means the world to us! We’re thinking of you this Christmas. We’ll keep fighting for you in 2025. Lots of love. Karen, Emma, Oonagh”
December 17, 2024 at 9:00 AM
thereforme.bsky.social
Dec 9: Sunetra Sarker is #ThereForME! This talented actress is best known for #CasualtyBBC, @loosewomen.bsky.social and #Strictly

Her message: “Hoping that more people with Long Covid and ME feel seen and heard, even by those who don’t know much about it. Love Sunetra”

#PatientSafety #pwME #pwLC
A pretend polaroid shows Sunetra Sarker posing for a photo holding a #ThereForME Christmas card. The image on the card shows two presents, one labelled "patient safety", the other "research". The photo is labelled "9". The design is in the #ThereForME colours. This second image displays Sunetra’s handwritten message. It reads “Hoping that more people with Long Covid and ME feel seen and heard, even by those who don’t know much about it. Love Sunetra”
December 9, 2024 at 9:00 AM
thereforme.bsky.social
It’s Krish-mas Eve! Krishnan Guru-Murthy, journalist, broadcaster, presenter, and former #Strictly star, is #ThereForME!

@krishgm.bsky.social's message: “Happy Christmas! Keep fighting! Lots of love Krishnan Guru-Murthy”

@channel4news.bsky.social

#PatientSafety #pwME #pwLC #ThereForME
A pretend polaroid shows Krishnan Guru-Murthy posing for a photo holding a #ThereForME Christmas card. The image on the card shows two presents, one labelled "patient safety", the other "research". The photo is labelled "24". The design is in the #ThereForME colours. This second image displays Krishnan’s handwritten message. It reads "Happy Christmas! Keep fighting! Lots of love Krishnan Guru-Murthy"
December 24, 2024 at 9:00 AM
1healthau.bsky.social
A CLEEN study: cleaning and disinfection of shared equipment reduce infection and SAVES hospitals money. jamanetwork.com/journals/jam... #IDsky #infectioncontrol #patientsafety #nursing #cleaning
May 4, 2025 at 11:40 PM
thereforme.bsky.social
Dec 22: It’s Rachel Parris, English comedian, musician, actress and presenter!

Her message: “I wish peace, relief, support and to be heard. I hope Santa brings you real help, systemic change and JOY where possible.”

#PatientSafety #pwME #pwLC #ThereForME
A pretend polaroid shows a smiling Rachel Parris posing for a photo holding a #ThereForME Christmas card. The image on the card shows the dark blue Christmas tree, decorated with sparkling fairy lights, baubles and a star on the top, in a snowy landscape against a starry backdrop. The design is in the #ThereForME colours. This second image displays Rachel’s handwritten message. It reads “I wish peace, relief, support and to be heard. I hope Santa brings you real help, systemic change and JOY where possible.”
December 22, 2024 at 9:00 AM
jamestitcombe.bsky.social
Great great #patientsafety folk to follow here.

go.bsky.app/Ly8qptZ
November 15, 2024 at 4:13 PM
nataliegreenpeer.bsky.social
I’ve long been concerned about private medical tests — a space opened up by Covid and deregulation under the last government.

Pregnancy scans are particularly worrying, but there are many other causes for concern.

#PatientSafety #HealthRegulation
A medical professional wearing blue gloves operates an ultrasound machine, with the control panel and probe in view. White text over the image reads: “PROTECTING PATIENTS IN PRIVATE MEDICAL TESTING. ‘What assessments have the Government made if the risks presented by unregulated private pregnancy scans, what action do they plan to take, and what consideration have they given to strengthening consumer and health protections on private medical testings, particularly where tests are not used by the NHS.’ – Natalie Bennett, Green Party Peer.” At the bottom is the Green Party logo and disclaimer text.
November 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM
thereforme.bsky.social
Dec 20: It's TV doctor Dr Ranj Singh! Dr Ranj is also an author and columnist, and has appeared on #Strictly.

His message: “You are so much more than your condition. And you deserve to be heard. Merry Xmas, Dr Ranj x”

#PatientSafety #pwME #pwLC #ThereForME
A pretend polaroid shows Dr Ranj posing for a photo holding a #ThereForME Christmas card. The image on the card shows the dark blue Christmas tree, decorated with sparkling fairy lights, baubles and a star on the top, in a snowy landscape against a starry backdrop. The design is in the #ThereForME colours. This second image displays Dr Ranj’s handwritten message. It reads “You are so much more than your condition. And you deserve to be heard. Merry Xmas, Dr Ranj x”
December 20, 2024 at 9:00 AM
liangrhea.bsky.social
Here is hubby- a doctor- dutifully reading the insert for a new medicine. Surely there's a better way. How many people read them, how many actually understand them, and what about people who can't for whatever reason? (CALD, low literacy, bad eyesight...) 🤔 #PatientSafety
A man holding an unfolded paper insert that stretches from the top of his head nearly to his knees- covered in tiny writing, tables, and graphs.
July 10, 2026 at 8:44 AM
trishaelliott.bsky.social
Twas ever thus…

This snippet from the @bmj.com made me sad.

Have we really not moved on from the 1980s, when it was normal to work in a sleep deprived state for days and even weeks at a time?

#MedSky
#PatientSafety
Patient safety Risk from doctor fatigue is often misunderstood The Health Services Safety Investigations Body said fatigue among healthcare staff contributed directly and indirectly to patient harm but was not routinely captured or considered in patient safety event reporting or learning reviews. The report warned that fatigue was often misunderstood and viewed as a staff wellbeing issue rather than a critical risk to safety. A "culture of blame" meant that healthcare staff were wary of speaking up for fear of disciplinary action, it said.
May 5, 2025 at 5:08 AM
iwashyna.bsky.social
State AGs to FDA: why no action on racial bias in pulse oximeters and early warning scores that include them?

www.statnews.com/2023/11/07/p...

Really interesting—and to me unexpected—development

#PCCM #MedSky #Episky #PatientSafety #RacialJustice
Pulse oximeters' inaccuracies in darker-skinned people require urgent action, AGs tell FDA
Twenty-five AGs called on the FDA to take urgent action on pulse oximeters' inaccuracies when used on people with darker skin.
www.statnews.com
November 7, 2023 at 12:20 PM
shaunlintern.bsky.social
So Birmingham Hospitals was "at full capacity" earlier this week with risks to #patientsafety - but no incident was declared - yet it told consultants they had to give up their SPA time to help move patients through the hospital. SPA time is short for 'supporting professional activties'
October 12, 2024 at 2:39 PM
librndogmom.bsky.social
Patient safety professional here. I’m sure this will be fine. No problem, just do surgery faster. What could possibly go wrong? 😑
#patientsafety

www.kctv5.com/2024/12/04/a...
Anthem Insurance in Missouri to cap anesthesia coverage after certain time limits
The health insurance giant announced that the move would take effect on Feb. 1, 2025.
www.kctv5.com
December 5, 2024 at 12:20 AM
drjcast.bsky.social
OK to let AI triage on top of ECGs in sports med, but I won't let it auto-drive/nonconformance until we get population‑specific, mechanism‑level validation, the kind MgT preclinical work shows for gut-liver-brain, not just AUCs.

#PatientSafety #CAPA #SaMD
May 29, 2026 at 5:39 PM
jazzyrussell.bsky.social
Did you know that Scotland’s very low level of #HospitalAcquiredInfection was achieved through introduction of #ScottishPatientSafetyProgram in 2007 which put #PatientSafety front & centre!
Recognised internationally!
May 11, 2026 at 4:31 PM