Tag: medication safety

Sharing Your Medical History for Safe Medication Decisions

Sharing Your Medical History for Safe Medication Decisions

Sharing your full medical history-including supplements and over-the-counter drugs-is critical to avoiding dangerous drug interactions. Learn how to prepare your list, use the brown bag method, and communicate effectively with providers for safer medication decisions.

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How to Verify Dose Changes and Avoid Miscommunication in Healthcare

How to Verify Dose Changes and Avoid Miscommunication in Healthcare

Learn how to verify medication dose changes safely using proven protocols that prevent deadly miscommunication. Discover when to use double checks, barcode scanning, and structured communication to protect patients.

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Are Expired Medications Safe to Take or Should You Replace Them

Are Expired Medications Safe to Take or Should You Replace Them

Expired medications aren't all dangerous, but some can be life-threatening. Learn which pills are still safe to use, which ones to replace immediately, and how to dispose of them properly to protect your health.

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