The "To Err is Human" report and the patient safety literature
BMJ Quality & SafetyPublished 1 June 2006Open access
Henry T. Stelfox
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The “To Err is Human” report appears to have stimulated research and discussion about patient safety issues, but whether this will translate into safer patient care remains unknown.
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Publication of the report "To Err is Human" was associated with an increased number of patient safety publications and research awards. The report appears to have stimulated research and discussion about patient safety issues, but whether this will translate into safer patient care remains unknown.
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