One of the most serious responsibilities that healthcare providers have is administering medications correctly. There are seven rights of medication administration and three checks to protect patients ...

If you’re a caregiver, you may want to know the whereabouts (or lack thereof) of the following: Talk with your loved ones about their plans and wishes. monkeybusinessimages / iStock Health care ...

Medication adherence refers to how well patients follow their prescribed medication regimen, including taking medications at the right time, in the correct dosage, and adhering to recommended ...

People with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia, as well as their family caregivers, lean toward keeping those caregivers from managing medications until safety is a concern, a new study ...

Older adults, especially those managing multiple chronic conditions, are more likely to face complex drug regimens. The use of five or more drugs (called polypharmacy) is common in this age group. As ...

Nancy stops by her mom’s house on her way home from work and notices her mom does not look as well groomed as usual — her clothes are rumpled and her hair isn’t combed. Nancy’s mom says her arthritis ...

Understanding the strategies and unmet needs of caregivers managing medications for people with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias may improve the lives of both caregivers and patients. A recent ...