Tag: medication errors

Look-Alike, Sound-Alike Medication Names That Cause Errors: What You Need to Know

Look-alike and sound-alike medication names cause thousands of preventable errors each year. Learn which drugs are most commonly confused, why current safety measures fall short, and what actually works to protect patients.

Addressing Health Disparities in Medication Safety Research

Medication safety disparities harm millions of marginalized patients every year. Systemic gaps in reporting, clinical trials, and access mean Black, Hispanic, and low-income patients face higher risks - and fewer protections. Real change requires equity-centered systems, not just good intentions.