Chronic disease management: mistaken approach in the elderly
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https://doi.org/10.1590/S0034-89102012000600001Keywords:
Aged, Chronic Disease, Long-Term Care, Patient Care, Health Services for the Aged, Health PromotionAbstract
Lifestyle changes, including unhealthy eating habits and high rates of physical inactivity and stress, along with an increase in life expectancy have been accompanied by increasing rates of chronic non-communicable diseases. Chronic diseases are the main causes of death and disability in Brazil. Chronic disease management is one of the most important challenges facing health managers who are constantly seeking interventions and strategies to reduce costs and hospital admissions and to prevent other conditions. However, most existing models of health care have focused exclusively on disease, but it is a mistaken approach. An integrated approach is required to effectively meet patient needs. The purpose of this article was to further discuss policies and strategies for the development of new models of care for the elderly with an emphasis on prevention and resolution actions.Downloads
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2012-12-01
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Veras, R. P. (2012). Chronic disease management: mistaken approach in the elderly . Revista De Saúde Pública, 46(6), 929-934. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0034-89102012000600001