In Safe Hands -- Medical Mistakes and Patient Safety

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General Health: In Safe Hands -- Medical Mistakes and Patient Safety

According to a 1999 study by the Institute of Medicine, as many as 98,000 people die each year from medical errors, and many others are injured, as well. Medical sociologist from the University of Michigan, Marilynn Rosenthal, Ph.D., points out that not all bad outcomes are due to negligence. Still, negligent events happen and people get hurt. While the study has drawn attention and concern to the area of medical mistakes, it has also forced hospitals to take a closer look at their system and what can be done to improve patient safety. In this area, many advances have been made that have saved lives.

Do you have a story to share about a treatment you feel was negligent, or a story about a hospital where you've seen improvements? We would like your questions, opinions, and personal experiences related to patient safety. Most recent postings are at the top.


 


 

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