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White House dialogue on healthcare safety moderated by ECRI

The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy convened health organization leaders, patient advocates, healthcare system executives, and Biden-Harris Administration officials for a Healthcare Safety Forum on September 17. Marcus Schabacker moderated a panel at the White House to highlight successful practices that improve safety. A recording of the event is now available online.

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Patient safety nonprofit releases guidance for navigating medical supply chain disruptions caused by Hurricane Helene

Updated October 15, 2024, with a new, expanded report The healthcare supply chain is experiencing shortages due to destruction caused by Hurricane Helene along the southeast coast of the U.S. Sin...

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White House dialogue on healthcare safety moderated by ECRI

Key insights and patient safety commitments follow D.C. summit The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) convened health organization leaders, patient advocates, healthcare sys...

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Message for Healthcare Leaders Following White House Healthcare Safety Forum from ECRI President and CEO

The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy convened leading healthcare industry executives and Biden-Harris Administration officials for a Healthcare Safety Forum on World Patient Safe...

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Drug Diversion and Infection Prevention: When the Needle Hits the Vein
Infection Prevention

Drug Diversion and Infection Prevention: When the Needle Hits the Vein

Longtime infection prevention leaders likely remember the story of David Kwiatkowski—a healthcare worker whose drug diversion activities put thousands of patients at risk of hepatitis C infection. ...

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A Deep Dive into a Pennsylvania Hospital's Healthcare Supply Chain Transformation
Supply Chain

A Deep Dive into a Pennsylvania Hospital's Healthcare Supply Chain Transformation

The Pennsylvania Hospital’s Challenge A large hospital in Pennsylvania, equipped with over 300 beds and specializing in high-demand services such as cardiovascular and cancer care, faced the daunti...

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Optimizing Healthcare Procurement: Strategies for Efficient and Cost-Effective Purchasing
Supply Chain

Optimizing Healthcare Procurement: Strategies for Efficient and Cost-Effective Purchasing

Introduction Effective procurement in healthcare is key to running a successful facility. It's not just about buying equipment or supplies; it's about making strategic decisions that align with the...

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ISMP Welcomes Jana O’Hara as New Director of Consulting and Education

Organization also Congratulates Two Longtime Nurse Leaders on Retirement

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11 Medication Errors You May Be Making

This article appeared on the AARP website on August 6, 2024.

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ISMP Updates Tool for Error Prone Abbreviations, Symbols, and Dose Designations

This article appeared on the PSQH website on August 5, 2024. 

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For media inquiries and interviews with ISMP's subject matter experts, please contact Renee Brehio at rbrehio@ismp.org.