Identifying and Preventing Medication Errors.

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Identifying and Preventing Medication Errors.

March 6, 2005

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The Institute of Medicine was directed by Congress to conduct a comprehensive study on medication safety and quality. This web site disseminates information on the work of the committee convened for the project.

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