Study: Over 153,000 harmed in Canadian hospitals last year

In 2024-2025, 1 in 17 hospitalizations in Canada resulted in potentially preventable harm, affecting over 153,000 patients, with many experiencing multiple incidents. Despite heightened awareness post-Baker-Norton report, persistent issues like hospital-acquired infections and a lack of a national safety plan hinder progress, leading to increased patient stays and costs.

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