Hospital Contracted Illness & Death

440,000 Americans die each year as a result of preventable harm that occurs while they are hospitalized, according to a recent article in consumer reports and recent analysis in the “Journal of Patient Safety.”

It is claimed to be the third leading cause of death in the United States.  Medical errors, hospital infections and lack of oversight cannot be eradicated, but can be minimized.  The first step is to gain a better awareness of this preventable problem.  To learn more and to share your story about a hospital infection acquired by you or a loved one, go to: safepatientprojects.org.

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