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Look-Alike, Sound-Alike Medication Names That Cause Errors: Real Risks and How to Stop Them

Look-Alike, Sound-Alike Medication Names That Cause Errors: Real Risks and How to Stop Them

Look-alike, sound-alike (LASA) drug names cause thousands of medication errors each year, leading to overdoses, hospitalizations, and even deaths. Learn which drugs are most dangerous, why mistakes keep happening, and how to protect yourself.

Norovirus Outbreaks: How to Control Gastroenteritis and Keep Patients Hydrated

Norovirus Outbreaks: How to Control Gastroenteritis and Keep Patients Hydrated

Norovirus causes severe vomiting and diarrhea, spreads easily, and can be deadly for vulnerable people. Learn how to stop outbreaks with proper handwashing, cleaning, and hydration-backed by CDC guidelines.

Using Two Patient Identifiers in the Pharmacy for Safety: How It Prevents Medication Errors

Using Two Patient Identifiers in the Pharmacy for Safety: How It Prevents Medication Errors

Using two patient identifiers in the pharmacy prevents deadly medication errors. Learn how name and date of birth, combined with barcode scanning and EMPI systems, protect patients and meet federal safety standards.

Myasthenia Gravis & Medical Alert Systems: Home Safety Guide

Myasthenia Gravis & Medical Alert Systems: Home Safety Guide

Learn how a medical alert system can protect Myasthenia Gravis patients at home, with device tips, setup steps, and safety best practices.

Pennyroyal Supplement: Risks, Side Effects, and Safer Alternatives (2025 Guide)

Pennyroyal Supplement: Risks, Side Effects, and Safer Alternatives (2025 Guide)

Thinking of taking pennyroyal? Evidence shows serious toxicity and no proven benefits. Learn the risks, safer alternatives, and what to do next in 2025.

The Environmental Factors That Contribute to Amoeba Infections

The Environmental Factors That Contribute to Amoeba Infections

As a blogger, I've recently been researching the environmental factors that contribute to amoeba infections. I've discovered that these infections primarily occur in warm, stagnant water sources, such as ponds, lakes, and poorly maintained swimming pools. Additionally, soil contaminated with feces can also harbor these harmful organisms. People are generally infected through exposure to contaminated water or soil, either by ingesting it or through nasal contact. Overall, maintaining proper sanitation and avoiding contact with contaminated water sources are crucial in preventing amoeba infections.