The necessity of advancing medical humanities in the context of active aging——A review of Theory and Practical Exploration in Medical Humanism

doi:10.3969/j.issn.1004-583X.2026.02.012

Clinical Focus ›› 2026, Vol. 41 ›› Issue (2): 169-172.doi: 10.3969/j.issn.1004-583X.2026.02.012

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The necessity of advancing medical humanities in the context of active aging——A review of Theory and Practical Exploration in Medical Humanism

Chen Min^a^,^b()

a. School of Health Management, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou 350122, China
b. Research Centre for Medical Humanities, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou 350122, China

Received:2026-01-23 Online:2026-02-20 Published:2026-03-05
Contact: Chen Min, Email: minchen@fjmu.edu.cn

Abstract

Abstract:

Population aging is a global phenomenon. To meet its multifaceted challenges, China has adopted an active aging strategy that stresses older adults' social participation and contribution. Framed within this perspective, the present paper proposes practical pathways to advance medical humanities, aiming to inform efforts to improve the health and well-being of older adults. The paper also engages with relevant positions in Professor Liu Yun's Theory and Practical Exploration in Medical Humanism, particularly her humanistic readings of eldercare policy.

Key words: population ageing, active ageing, medical humanities development, age-friendly healthcare decision-making, medical humanities competency

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Chen Min. The necessity of advancing medical humanities in the context of active aging——A review of Theory and Practical Exploration in Medical Humanism[J]. Clinical Focus, 2026, 41(2): 169-172.

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