The MHS has been engaged in the PSAW campaign for many years. Hospitals, clinics, and health care organizations across the country plan events to draw awareness of patient safety within their own organizations as part of a journey towards safe care and zero harm. Each year, military hospitals and clinics host events, like hygiene education and ...

The theme for the 2023 Patient Safety Awareness Week, March 12-18, is “Be a Patient Safety Hero: Anywhere, Anytime – Always.” While every day is a patient safety day for the Military Health System, a unique spotlight shines on this issue during this international education and awareness-building campaign.

Patient safety is a top priority for the Defense Health Agency: Anytime, Anywhere – Always.

Patient safety is a topmost concern of MHS, and Patient Safety Awareness Week 2022 focuses on Ready, Reliable Care.

he Defense Health Agency is enhancing the culture of safety, accountability, and transparency at military hospitals and clinics around the world. A culture of teamwork can reduce burnout and workplace errors among medical units.

All year long, patient safety is one of the top priorities for the Defense Health Agency. Patient safety means providing ready, reliable care to service members, veterans, and dependents no matter the circumstances.

The Joint Patient Safety Reporting System and TeamSTEPPS play a major role in the DOD’s Patient Safety Program

Patient Safety Awareness Week brings awareness to health care safety and promotes patient safety practices.

The awards highlighted outstanding leadership and facilities from throughout the Military Health System.