Every year in the United States, about 80,000 persons die in hospitals unrelated to the reasons for which they entered hospital care.

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This is a true statement, based on research and data from multiple sources including the Institute of Medicine report "To Err is Human" and studies published in medical journals. These deaths are often attributed to medical errors, infections, and other preventable causes.

Every Year in the United States, About 80,000 Persons Die