Tag: polypharmacy
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Pharmacist-Led Community Health Interventions for Seniors
Overview: Pharmacist-Led Interventions for Older Adults Emerging evidence from a Pharmacy-published study highlights how clinical pharmacists can drive practical, effective care for older adults through community health interventions. The Pharm2Home Initiative, conducted in Solano County, California, tested a pharmacist-led approach to medication management and chronic disease education in real-world community settings. The evaluation covered January…
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Pharmacist-Led Community Health Interventions Benefit Older Adults
Overview: A Growing Need for Pharmacist-Led Community Health As the U.S. population ages, the burden of chronic disease grows and the ability of older adults to manage medications can wane. National statistics highlight the scale of this challenge: roughly 56 million Americans are 65 or older, with about 95% living with at least one chronic…
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Pharmacist-Led Community Health Interventions Offer Practical Care for Older Adults
Overview: Pharmacist-Led Interventions in Older Adult Care As the population of older adults grows, the need for accessible, practical guidance on medications and chronic disease management becomes more urgent. A recent study published in Pharmacy highlights how pharmacist-led community health interventions can deliver meaningful benefits to older adults, particularly in underserved settings. The work centers…
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Common Pitfalls of Polypharmacy in Heart Failure and Mortality Risk
Understanding the Mortality Link: Polypharmacy in Heart Failure Polypharmacy, defined as the use of multiple medications, is common among patients with heart failure. A 2022 study found that polypharmacy is significantly associated with higher mortality, with a relative risk of 1.31 (95% CI 1.07–1.61). Notably, this risk appears most pronounced when multiple non-guideline-directed drugs are…
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Common Pitfalls of Polypharmacy in Heart Failure
What polypharmacy means for heart failure Polypharmacy, or taking multiple medications, is common among people living with heart failure. While many drugs are essential to manage symptoms and prevent progression, a heavy or uncoordinated medication load can introduce interactions and adverse effects that worsen outcomes. Recent evidence suggests that polypharmacy is significantly associated with higher…