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Advancing Nursing Practice in Chronic Condition Care

A special issue of International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (ISSN 1660-4601). This special issue belongs to the section "Health Care Sciences".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2026 | Viewed by 48

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Nursing Department, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), Natal 59072‑970, Brazil
Interests: nursing care for people with chronic non-communicable and communicable conditions; nursing process, diagnoses, outcomes and nursing interventions in global health problems

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Chronic conditions remain a persistent and complex public health challenge, placing significant strain on individuals, families, and healthcare systems across the globe. Nurses play a vital role in supporting people living with chronic illnesses through comprehensive care practices, providing clinical management, health education, psychosocial support, and advocacy for equitable access to services.

This Special Issue will focus on nursing interventions that have a direct and measurable impact on health promotion and the quality of life of individuals with chronic conditions. We welcome submissions that present innovative, practical, and culturally responsive approaches to nursing care in diverse settings, with particular focus on strategies that reduce health disparities and improve long-term outcomes.

Submissions may explore a wide range of chronic conditions, including (but not limited to) cardiovascular diseases, diabetes mellitus, HIV/Aids, cancer, autoimmune disorders, and chronic respiratory illnesses. Research that demonstrates how nursing care contributes to improved health indicators, patient empowerment, and continuity of care in real-world contexts is of particular interest.

By highlighting effective nursing practices and interventions in this Special Issue, we aim to strengthen the global response to chronic conditions and promote sustainable strategies to enhance well-being and health equity.

Original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following:

  • Nursing interventions for chronic disease management.
  • Strategies to promote health and prevent complications in chronic conditions.
  • Psychosocial support and patient empowerment in long-term care.
  • Community-based approaches to reduce health disparities.
  • Innovative models of care delivery for chronic illness.
  • Culturally responsive practices in nursing care.
  • Impact of nursing education on chronic condition outcomes.
  • Integration of health promotion into chronic care pathways.
  • Evaluation of nursing-led programs in diverse healthcare settings.
  • Policy and advocacy initiatives to improve access and equity in chronic care.

I look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Richardson Augusto Rosendo da Silva
Guest Editor

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Keywords

  • nursing care
  • chronic conditions
  • health promotion
  • health equity
  • patient empowerment
  • psychosocial support
  • long-term care
  • innovative interventions
  • health disparities
  • global health

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