Chest Diseases Department Organizes "Safe Care for Life"

The Chest Diseases Hospital at the Hisham Al-Saqer Heart Center organized an awareness event to mark World Patient Safety Day, observed annually on September 17, underscoring the importance of embedding safety practices across all stages of healthcare delivery.

In a press release issued on Thursday, the Ministry of Health stated that this year’s event, held under the theme “Safe Care for Life,” highlighted the safety of care provided to patients with non-communicable and chronic conditions, including heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, cancer, and respiratory diseases, given the need for continuous follow-up and coordination among various specialties and levels of care.

According to the statement, event organizers emphasized the importance of enhancing shared awareness among patients and healthcare providers regarding safety principles, particularly for patients with chronic diseases, by adhering to accurate and safe diagnosis, ensuring the safe use of medications, minimizing preventable medical errors, and promoting effective communication between patients and their care teams.

The event is part of the Ministry of Health’s efforts to foster a culture of patient safety, improve the quality of healthcare services, and strengthen partnerships with patients and their families, thereby supporting continuity of care and achieving optimal health outcomes.

Participants in the event included the hospital’s director, Dr. Salah Al-Shaigi; the head of the medical board, Dr. Jamal Al-Fadli; representatives from medical, technical, and administrative departments; and a number of healthcare providers.