Self-reported delay in seeking care has poor validity for predicting adverse outcomes

Article Abstract:

A study to determine whether self-reports of delayed care predicted increased mortality and functional decline in community-dwelling elderly is presented. The inability of self-reported delay to predict adverse outcomes in community-dwelling elderly suggests the need for better understanding and support of the care seeking process and additional measures of timeliness of access.

Science & research, Research, Patients, Patient care

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Identifying the activities affected by chronic nonmalignant pain in older veterans receiving primary care is presented

Article Abstract:

A study examining the adverse effects of chronic pains on the mobility and habits of elderly persons is presented based on the data gathered from a Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The study is conducted to assess the disabilities due to these chronic pains.

Causes of, Disability, Disabilities, Chronic pain

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Predictors of alcohol-treatment seeking in a sample of older veterans in the GET SMART program

Article Abstract:

The predictive values of demographic characteristics and substance abuse indicators for problems faced by older male patients are examined. The alcohol-treatment model acting as an example in older men is discussed.

Care and treatment, Alcoholism, Substance abuse

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