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Clinicians, the Government, and many other groups are working hard to improve health care quality, but improving health care quality is a team effort. You can improve your care and the care of your loved ones by taking an active role in your health care. Ask questions. Understand your condition. Evaluate your options.

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Medical errors cause tens of thousands of deaths each year. But you can help. Get more involved with your health care.

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