The issue of aftercare for participants in clinical research was explored in the context of an asthma drug trial. Although there may be financial constraints and practical difficulties with implementation, the results show that it may be feasible for clinical investigators and commercial sponsors to take on some limited responsibility for the medical care of research subjects after clinical tri...

This study evaluated the acceptability of a supportive model of follow-up. One hundred and twelve women recovering from breast cancer were randomised to receive standard breast clinic aftercare (Control n = 56) or on demand by open access aftercare by breast care nurses (Intervention n = 56). Participants attended a support-based psycho-educational programme delivered in four half-day group ses...

After one year of practice, a medication reconciliation process in geriatric aftercare was evaluated. The objective the activity to identify treatment changes (TC). 302 patients benefited from approach, 82.2% voluntary at hospitalization discharge and 100% least change discharge. What are consequences so many what measures limit these consequences?

Transitions of care refers to the actions involved in coordinating care for patients as they move through the health care system. The clinical goal during a transition is to communicate the care most-recently received and the needs for aftercare and beyond. Communication across settings and practitioners is paramount, as is the patient’s and family’s understanding of the illnesses and clinical ...

Introduction of the EU Landfill Directive is having a significant impact on waste management in the UK and in other member states that have relied on landfilling. This paper considers the length of the aftercare period required by the municipal solid waste streams that the UK will most probably generate following implementation of the Landfill Directive. Data were derived from literature to ide...