Tag: medication errors
Common Translation Issues on Prescription Labels and How to Get Help
Prescription label translation errors are putting millions of non-English speakers at risk of dangerous medication mistakes. Learn the most common translation errors, how they happen, and what you can do to stay safe.
Key Medication Safety Terms Patients Should Know and Use
Learn the eight key medication safety terms every patient should know to prevent dangerous errors. Understand right patient, adverse drug events, high-alert meds, and how to use them daily for safer care.
How to Prevent Wrong-Patient Errors at the Pharmacy Counter
Wrong-patient errors at the pharmacy can be deadly-but they’re preventable. Learn how dual verification, barcode scanning, counseling, and staff culture work together to stop these mistakes before they happen.
How to Evaluate Media Reports about Medication Safety
Learn how to spot misleading media reports about drug safety. Understand the difference between medication errors and side effects, why absolute risk matters, and where to find real data instead of headlines.