Medical errors kill up to 98,000 US hospital patients a year . As many as 98,000 people die in U.S. hospitals each year as a result of medical errors , according to an Institute of Medicine report . To cut back on potential for complications , time is key , says Doc . Think about every medication the doctor gives you . If you know something is wrong , do n't back down .
Medical errors kill up to 98,000 US hospital patients a year . To cut back on potential for complications , time is key , says Doc . Think about every medication the doctor gives you . If you know something is wrong , do n't back down .