From the period December 1, 2011 until February 20, 2012, a CVS pharmacy in New Jersey mistakenly gave children prescription medication for breast cancer instead of the correct fluoride medication, as prescribed by their doctor. That is no laughing matter, and not necessarily an isolated incident. At least one death occurs every day and 1.3 million people are injured annually due to medication errors in the United States, according to the FDA. Learn some easy, practical ways to prevent errors for yourself and loved ones.
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