Today is the very first World Patient Safety Day. The World Health Organization (WHO) wants to promote patient safety every day but has declared September 17th as Word Patient Safety Day.  No one should be harmed in health care and yet, every day, thousands of patients suffer avoidable harm while receiving care. If you or a loved one are a patient, be actively involved in your own care. Provide accurate information about your medical history and be sure to communicate openly with your health care team. Ask questions to be aware about your health condition and treatment. Speak up for the safety of your care! Speak up for patient safety!