[Assessing the Effects of Prescription Adjustment and Medication Non-adherence Associated with Medication Efficacy Classifications from Leftover Drugs through the SETSUYAKU-BAG Campaign].

　The increase in medical expenditure has been worsening and poses a serious social problem. Commonly, leftover drugs are retained by patients. We estimated the possible reduction in prescription rates by appropriately reusing leftover drugs, and investigated the medication efficacy classifications that render leftover drugs due to the medication non-adherence.

What bereavement follow-up does family members request in Japanese palliative care units? A qualitative study.

Background: There is no standardized method by which bereavement care is offered by hospice/palliative care units (PCUs) in Japan.

Aim: To evaluate bereavement services provided by hospice/PCUs and clarify demands for bereavement care.

Design: Qualitative design based on semistructured interviews and content analysis.