Medication errors are more common among seriously ill patients than with those with minor conditions.
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The most dangerous mercury compound, dimethyl mercury, is so toxic that even a few microliters spilled on the skin can cause death. Mercury has been shown to accumulate in higher amounts in the following types of fish than other types: swordfish, shark, mackerel, tilefish, crab, and tuna.
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Increased intake of vitamin D has been shown to reduce fractures up to 25% in older people.
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It is difficult to obtain enough calcium without consuming milk or other dairy foods.
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Patients should never assume they are being given the appropriate drugs. They should make sure they know which drugs are being prescribed, and always double-check that the drugs received match the prescription.