Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Chong-Han Kua"
- Chong-Han Kua's recent research primarily focuses on deprescribing practices and their impact on health outcomes, particularly in nursing home settings, assessing both healthcare professionals' and patients' attitudes toward medication optimization and reduction of polypharmacy.
- His studies indicate a positive association between deprescribing interventions and reduced mortality and hospitalization rates among older nursing home residents, highlighting the importance of pharmacist-led initiatives in improving patient outcomes.
- Additionally, Kua's work explores the community pharmacy role in educating patients about appropriate antihistamine use, demonstrating the acceptance of pharmacist recommendations and the potential for improved medication management in the community setting.
