Hamayesh Arwin Alborz همایش آروین البرز MHHJR فصلنامه پژوهش‌های نوین در علوم پزشکی، بهداشت و سلامت | MHHJR 2 1 2026 02 03 The Role of Emergency and Community Health Nurses in Promoting Healthy Aging and Preventing Medical Crises The Role of Emergency and Community Health Nurses in Promoting Healthy Aging and Preventing Medical Crises 53 63 FA Mohammad Azadi 1MSc in Community Health Nursing, Department of Nursing, TeMS.C., Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran Mohammad Azadi 1MSc in Community Health Nursing, Department of Nursing, TeMS.C., Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran Soheila Seyedi Aghabig 2Master's degree in Emergency Nursing, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran Soheila Seyedi Aghabig 2Master's degree in Emergency Nursing, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran Seyed Ebrahim Seyed Alavi 3 MSc in Geriatric Nursing, Department of Nursing , University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences Tehran, Iran Seyed Ebrahim Seyed Alavi 3 MSc in Geriatric Nursing, Department of Nursing , University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences Tehran, Iran Akram Mahdian 4Faculty Member, Department of Nursing, Deh.C., Islamic Azad University, Dehaghan, Iran Akram Mahdian 4Faculty Member, Department of Nursing, Deh.C., Islamic Azad University, Dehaghan, Iran Moosa Hoseinpoor 5MSc in Geriatric Nursing, Department of Nursing, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran Moosa Hoseinpoor 5MSc in Geriatric Nursing, Department of Nursing, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran 2026 02 03 The rapid growth of the aging population presents significant challenges for healthcare systems globally, highlighting the need for proactive and preventive nursing interventions. Emergency and community health nurses hold a pivotal role in promoting healthy aging, preventing medical crises, and enhancing the overall well-being of older adults. This article examines the theoretical and conceptual framework of emergency and community health nursing, focusing on holistic assessment, early identification of health risks, and evidence-based nursing practices. Key strategies include individualized care planning, health education, lifestyle promotion, chronic disease management, and crisis prevention. Community engagement and social support networks are emphasized as essential components for maintaining mental, emotional, and social well-being. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams further strengthens the effectiveness of interventions, ensuring comprehensive and coordinated care. By implementing these strategies, nurses contribute to reducing preventable hospitalizations, maintaining functional independence, and fostering resilience in aging populations. The integration of preventive, patient-centered approaches and community-oriented programs enables older adults to actively participate in managing their health. Ultimately, this study highlights the critical role of emergency and community health nurses in sustaining healthcare systems, promoting healthy aging, and supporting older adults in achieving a higher quality of life. The findings underscore the importance of equipping nurses with knowledge, skills, and resources to address the multifaceted needs of the elderly population effectively. The rapid growth of the aging population presents significant challenges for healthcare systems globally, highlighting the need for proactive and preventive nursing interventions. Emergency and community health nurses hold a pivotal role in promoting healthy aging, preventing medical crises, and enhancing the overall well-being of older adults. This article examines the theoretical and conceptual framework of emergency and community health nursing, focusing on holistic assessment, early identification of health risks, and evidence-based nursing practices. Key strategies include individualized care planning, health education, lifestyle promotion, chronic disease management, and crisis prevention. Community engagement and social support networks are emphasized as essential components for maintaining mental, emotional, and social well-being. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams further strengthens the effectiveness of interventions, ensuring comprehensive and coordinated care. By implementing these strategies, nurses contribute to reducing preventable hospitalizations, maintaining functional independence, and fostering resilience in aging populations. The integration of preventive, patient-centered approaches and community-oriented programs enables older adults to actively participate in managing their health. Ultimately, this study highlights the critical role of emergency and community health nurses in sustaining healthcare systems, promoting healthy aging, and supporting older adults in achieving a higher quality of life. The findings underscore the importance of equipping nurses with knowledge, skills, and resources to address the multifaceted needs of the elderly population effectively. https://mhhjr.ir/downloadfilepdf/14016