Problems with prescriptions can occur when patient names get confused, an instruction label is printed wrong or one is given pills at a stronger dosage than needed. Prescription errors could lead to serious health issues for Pennsylvania residents, but a pharmacist from the Institute for Safe Medication Practices has some tips for preventing drug errors.
Take steps to prevent prescription errors
Test could identify colon cancer patients who need chemo
A simple test could help doctors identify colon cancer patients in Pennsylvania and nationwide who have a more aggressive type of the disease, according to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. As a result, these patients could opt for chemotherapy treatment, which is not typically recommended for early-stage colon cancer.
