Patient Safety EducationInfo Center

Common Meds May Trip Up Older Men
Falls can be a huge concern for older adults, and this may be especially true for older men who take these common medications.
The Most Common Disability in the US
From vision to mental health to mobility, there are many types of disability. But how many people in the US face them?
On Your Feet for Heart Health
Will all the office couch potatoes please stand up? Your heart may thank you for it.
Why Teen Girls Need to Exercise
If you needed another reason to get your teen daughter to drop the phone and get off the couch, here it is.
Knee Pain? This Common Surgery May Be No Help
A common knee surgery to relieve pain may not be worth the risks for middle-aged and older patients.
Could Antibiotics Be Tied to Arthritis in Kids?
Antibiotics are miracle drugs that have saved millions of lives, but some worry that their overuse could have serious consequences. Now there may be yet another cause for concern.
Aging Well: Why Older May Be Better
Having the time of your life may be easier if you’re over 55. At least, that’s the finding from a recent Gallup-Healthways survey.
Teen Athletes Feel the Pinch of Tommy John Surgery
When it comes to high school and college sports, young athletes who wind up too often on the field may also wind up in the surgical room.
Check Your Fruit and Veggie Intake
Remember how mom always told you to eat your veggies? Turns out many adults didn’t listen.
5 Lifestyle Factors Linked to Less Heart Failure
Your day-to-day activities just may halve your risk for heart failure.