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A Simple Drug, A Big Problem: Ana's Story

December 6, 2025

Ana B. was struggling. Every day was a battle. She couldn't breathe right. She was always tired. Her body ached all over. She had COPD, but that wasn't new. What was new was how bad she felt. She needed oxygen all the time now. Even simple tasks like walking to the mailbox or shopping were tough. Sh

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The Role of Nurses in Cancer Pain Management: Challenges and Solutions

November 6, 2025

Cancer pain is a big deal. It affects millions worldwide. Nurses are key players in managing this pain. But they face many hurdles. Understanding these challenges is crucial. Nurses often struggle with limited resources. They also deal with complex regulations. These barriers can make their job tou

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Caring for Caregivers: A Fresh Look at Medication Management

July 28, 2025

Caregivers for individuals with Alzheimer's and similar conditions have a tough job. They are responsible for ensuring that their loved ones take the right medications at the right times. However, the tools available to help them with this task are often not up to the mark. These tools, whether digi

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Helping Older Adults Stay Safe: A New Approach to Preventing Falls

July 13, 2025

Older adults often face the risk of falls, and medications can play a big role in this. To tackle this issue, a new approach called SNOWDROP was tested. It includes a tool for doctors to give personalized advice on adjusting medications and a portal for patients to learn more and prepare questions.

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Medication Challenges for Seniors in Hospitals

May 3, 2025

Medication management can be tough for older adults. As people age, their ability to handle daily tasks, like taking pills, can drop. This can make taking medication safely a big problem. This is a big deal in hospitals, especially in geriatric care units. So, it is crucial to spot these issues earl

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Parkinson's and the Mind: A Tricky Balance

February 14, 2025

Parkinson's disease isn't just about movement issues. It can also cause mental symptoms like hallucinations and delusions, known as psychosis. This makes treatment a real challenge for doctors. First, doctors might adjust or switch medications that aren't directly treating Parkinson's. If that does

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Medication Management at Home: Do Tele-Pharmacy's Visits Benefit Seniors?

February 6, 2025

Let's call it a raw fact, seniors are more likely to have more than one chronic condition requiring multiple medications. Combine this with over-the-counter meds and supplements and you get a recipe for potential disaster. Doctors looking at these cases come across Time failing to address the comple

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Using Smart-Meds: A Gamified App for Better Heart Health

January 27, 2025

Heart issues don't go away just because someone had a rough day. That's why taking the right meds is super important. But, people often forget or skip their pills. This is a big deal because it can lead to more problems and higher bills for healthcare. Doctors and scientists are always looking for n

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Wearable Tech's Role in Medication Tracking: A Fresh Look

November 28, 2024

Imagine turning your smartwatch into a personal pharmacist. That's the potential of wearable devices (WDs) in medication management. They've come a long way from just counting steps, now measuring vital signs like heart rate and blood oxygen. But how well do they help patients stick to their treatme