Tag: medication safety

8Jan

How to Read Prescription Labels to Avoid Dangerous Drug Interactions

Posted by Kimberly Vickers 3 Comments

Learn how to read prescription labels to avoid dangerous drug interactions. Discover key sections to check, common warning phrases, and practical steps to stay safe with multiple medications.

29Dec

How to Create a Family Overdose Emergency Plan for Medications

Posted by Kimberly Vickers 12 Comments

Learn how to create a family overdose emergency plan with naloxone to save lives during opioid overdoses. Step-by-step guide for recognizing signs, using naloxone, and preparing your household.

22Dec

Generic Drug Interactions: How Digital Consultation Tools Keep You Safe

Posted by Kimberly Vickers 15 Comments

Digital tools help catch dangerous interactions between generic drugs, supplements, and prescriptions. Learn which apps clinicians trust, how to use them right, and why online pharmacies won’t protect you.

18Dec

How to Verify Dose Changes and Avoid Miscommunication in Healthcare

Posted by Kimberly Vickers 0 Comments

Learn how to verify medication dose changes correctly to prevent deadly errors. Discover proven protocols, when to use double checks, how communication tools like SBAR help, and why technology alone isn't enough.

1Dec

A Beginner’s Guide to Medication Safety for First-Time Patients

Posted by Kimberly Vickers 15 Comments

Learn how to take your medications safely as a first-time patient. Avoid common errors, understand labels, ask the right questions, and use tools to stay on track with your treatment plan.

30Nov

Understanding Drug Labels: A Complete Medication Label Breakdown

Posted by Kimberly Vickers 11 Comments

Learn how to read prescription and over-the-counter drug labels to avoid dangerous medication errors. Understand active ingredients, dosing, warnings, and why the reason for use matters.

25Nov

Medical Tourism and Medication Safety: What You Must Know Before You Travel

Posted by Kimberly Vickers 15 Comments

Medical tourism saves money but comes with hidden risks-especially around medications. Learn how to avoid dangerous drug interactions, fake pills, and prescriptions that won’t refill at home.