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The Top Patient Safety Risks in 2025 Are Mostly About the “Human OS” – Reading ECRI’s Annual Report

Health Populi

Each year, ECRI (the ECRI Institute) publishes an annual report on the Top 10 Patient Safety Concerns for the year. Here is ECRI’s list of patient safety concerns a decade ago in 2015. Compare these with the top 10 safety concerns for 2025. The 2025 list was published today.

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ECRI warns insufficient AI governance threatens patient safety

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

ECRI also said cybersecurity breaches can delay care and diagnostic errors can lead to improper treatment.

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Why Good communication Matters in Healthcare

Practice Builders

Patient Safety What about patient-practitioner communication? The more accurate the diagnosis, the more information the doctor receives from the patient, and the more successful the treatment will be. Patient safety is a top priority for healthcare experts. Tracking the condition of patients.

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MedTech Advancements in CNA Training Programs

Serenity Nurse Aide Academy

From digital health monitoring to automated diagnostic tools, the integration of MedTech in CNA education ensures that students are prepared for the advanced tools they will use daily. These advancements enhance the accuracy of care and improve patient outcomes by enabling CNAs to manage patient information and treatments more effectively.

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National Patient Safety Goals Depend on Good Communication

Relias

Patient Safety Awareness Week, sponsored by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement , is the perfect time to review the Joint Commission’s National Patient Safety Goals. For 2023, its list of patient safety goals for hospitals includes the following: Identify patients correctly. Use medicines safely.

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Preventing Medical Errors with Risk Management Information Systems

Performance Health

Risk management information systems (RMIS) are becoming essential tools for healthcare organizations aiming to prevent medical errors , which pose significant challenges globally by impacting patient outcomes and operational costs. By leveraging RMIS , healthcare facilities are addressing these risks more effectively.

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How Digital Transformation is Reshaping the Healthcare Supply Chain  

CollaborateMD

This puts more money back into the practice and towards essential things like medical supplies, PPE, and advanced diagnostic equipment. Blockchain in Healthcare Supply Chain Blockchain technology is a simple, secure, and efficient way to track medical supplies from manufacturer to patient.