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Dennis Quaid's quest.

August 18, 2010

Grant M. AARP The Magazine. September/October 2010;53:48-51,90-91.

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This article highlights how a medication error inspired Dennis Quaid to promote patient safety and chronicles his efforts to reduce harm in health care.

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