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The recent explosion of information about journals, publication ethics, and transparency (about the process of submission, peer review, and decision) has been advantageous for authors. The process can be different for each journal based on numbers of submissions, publication frequency, and staff resources that are committed to publishing the journal either online or in print. Here I will discuss some of that process for my journal.
Read MoreBefore researchers begin to use VR with older populations, it is important to consider usability, safety, and ethical issues. This is particularly important for older persons who have notable health concerns.
Read MoreIn 1965, the U.S. Congress under the leadership of President Johnson transformed health insurance for older Americans by establishing the Medicare program, a social insurance program designed to provide health insurance coverage to most of America’s seniors. And no doubt, the program has significantly improved the lives of its beneficiaries by protecting their health and finances. It comes as no surprise then that Medicare enjoys high popularity amongst the American public. Indeed, over time, expanding Medicare to all Americans has become the rallying cry for advocates of universal coverage in the United States.
Read MoreViews on the medical efficacy and acceptability of marijuana (cannabis) have changed dramatically in recent years. Today, most Americans (62%) favor legalization, and most states have approved marijuana for medical use. California was the first state to allow individuals to legally use medical marijuana and has recently allowed recreational use. California is already a very large market and it is expected to become the largest in the country, with estimated sales of $7.2 billion by 2024.
Read MoreThe question of why nurses remain in everyday practice within the field of health care and thereby their profession is a complex one. In this study, I have tried to develop a comprehensive model that gives a deeper understanding of the question by pointing to the qualitative worth of different desires and exploring how nurses’ awareness of their desires impacts whether they remain or not. The model was developed as a schematic model, grounded in the empirical findings of an earlier study, the aim of which was to understand the significant factors that made nurses remain in everyday practice.
Read MoreThe definition of “diversity” emphasizes that of being different, having variety, and the recognition and inclusion of differences (e.g., people, races, culture). This is echoed through the multiplicity of our growing older adult population, whereby we are afforded the opportunity to not only learn of, but also acknowledge the breadth of experiences of each individual.
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