A joint statement released recently clarifies the definition of severe maternal morbidity in The Joint Commission’s sentinel event policy.

A new study finds that the after-effects of adverse events can contribute to physician burnout.

The Joint Commission has released its latest "Speak Up"™ campaign, targeting patient education on medical imaging tests. The Speak Up series is an ongoing program helping educate patients on key issues to assist in building a more safe patient experience in easy-to-understand ways...

Accreditation and safety are inherently tied together, but connecting the two has been a challenge for many organizations. By building leadership connections and through continued improvements by accrediting organizations on how the industry approaches safety issues, it is possible to change...