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August 30, 2017: Medication Incident Data in Canada: A Strategy for More Effective Sharing and Learning

Most healthcare organizations providing patient care in Canada independently collect and analyze medication incident data; and many of these organizations develop and implement recommendations arising from their investigations. The reporting and analysis of medication incidents, is one way stakeholders can become aware of medication safety risks, as well as the factors that may contribute to harmful incidents. The valuable knowledge gained from a local analysis could benefit other healthcare providers and organizations at the provincial, national, and international levels.  Read more ...