Aging Population and Healthcare Utilization
A special issue of Healthcare (ISSN 2227-9032). This special issue belongs to the section "Nursing".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 June 2026 | Viewed by 3726
Special Issue Editors
Interests: health care quality; accessibility of health care services; inequalities in health care
Interests: leadership in health care; organization/adminstration of health care; financing of health care
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In recent years, the aging population has presented several significant challenges for healthcare systems globally. As people age, they tend to utilize healthcare services more frequently, are more often admitted to hospital, and use more long-term care services. In addition, older people have a higher prevalence of chronic diseases and conditions, such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, respiratory diseases, stroke, and cancer. The management of these chronic illnesses requires ongoing medical attention and resources. Healthcare systems are confronted with an increase in healthcare expenditure, as the demand for medical services, medications, and long-term care increases with age. Complex medication management is particularly significant, as older adults frequently consume multiple medications, thereby increasing the likelihood of medication errors and adverse drug reactions and interactions, necessitating careful management and monitoring. The growing number of elderly individuals therefore places a significant burden on healthcare infrastructure. This includes the need for more healthcare professionals who have received training in geriatrics, the expansion of facilities for long-term care, and the enhancement of home care services. In order to tackle these challenges, comprehensive strategies are needed, including preventive care, the effective management of chronic diseases, investment in healthcare infrastructure, and assistance for caregivers. Therefore, we are delighted to invite clinicians and researchers to provide evidence-based information and recommendations regarding the utilization of healthcare in an aging population.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. The scope of this Special Issue includes (but is not limited to) the following topics:
- Aging population and primary healthcare utilization.
- Aging population and preventive services utilization.
- Aging population and utilization of specialized care.
- Aging population and need and utilization of long-term care.
- Aging population and telehealth services utilization.
Prof. Dr. Skirmantė Sauliūnė
Prof. Dr. Mindaugas Stankūnas
Prof. Dr. Ramunė Kalėdienė
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- aging population
- primary health care
- preventive services
- specialized care
- long-term care
- telehealth services
- healthcare utilization
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