Understanding long-term medications in adults 65+
This study looks at how people aged 65 and older understand their long-term medications (treatments taken for more than 3 months). It aims to improve communication between patients and doctors.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years of age or older
- You are seeing a doctor who is part of this study
- You take at least one medication regularly for more than 3 months
- You are willing to talk about your medications
- You understand French
- You do not have a memory or thinking disorder (like dementia)
- You live at home (not in a nursing home or hospital)
- You are not under legal guardianship
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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