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Writing is one of the most powerful tools we have to educate, empower, and inspire especially when navigating the complexities of caregiving, aging, and long-term health planning. My work is rooted in translating research, systems thinking, and real-world experience into clear, accessible insights that help families and professionals make informed decisions.
I’m endlessly curious about how people behave, how environments shape health, and how we can create system-wide improvements that support aging with dignity. This curiosity drives my research and fuels my writing across a wide range of interconnected topics, including:
Healthy aging and longevity
Family caregiving and caregiver well-being
Aging-in-place home design and real estate strategy
Health promotion and chronic disease prevention
Emotional, social, and environmental factors that support quality of life
Below, you’ll find a selection of my articles, research-based pieces, and thought leadership that reflect my passion for building healthier aging communities and empowering caregivers with practical knowledge.
I’m also in the process of writing several books that explore the future of caregiving, the science of aging well, and how to design a long-term plan that protects your health, home, and financial security. Stay tuned—there is much more on the way.
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Expert Writing & Research on Aging, Caregiving, and Longevity
Explore evidence-based insights, practical guidance, and thought leadership designed to help families, caregivers, and aging adults thrive.
Loyo, K. (2024). Longevity Blueprint for Health, Wealth, and Purpose: Embracing the Rest of Your Life. Inspiring Ink Media.
Loyo, H.K., (2004). The Right Choice. A discussion on the psychosocial physiological aspects of aging and ethics, social, moral and politics of euthanasia. The University of Texas. {Doctoral Portfolio Program Research}
Survival of our Race (2010) ... The Race is on. It is them against us.
Loyo, H.K., (2004). The Patient-Physician Relationship of Women with Endometriosis. The University of Texas {Doctoral Dissertation Research}.
Loyo, H.K. et al. Wellness Wednesday Implementation Guide: A Health Promotion Tool for Schools (implementation guide and tools). Austin/Travis County Health and Human Services Department. Division of the Medical Director. Steps to a Healthier Austin.
Loyo, H.K., Meadows, M., Sun, C., Leidner, R., and Woodward, E. (2007). Test Tube Display Lesson Plan Book: A Visual Learning Experience About Fats, Sugars, Salt/Sodium, Fiber and Vitamin C Found in Foods (Teacher Version and Student Handbook). Austin/Travis County Health and Human Services Department. Division of the Medical Director. Steps to a Healthier Austin.
Plan, Evaluate, and Achieve
Program Evaluations & Strategic Plans
Review Dr. Loyo’s leadership in evaluating large-scale public health initiatives such as Steps to a Healthier Austin and the Strategic Plan for Obesity Prevention in Texas. Her evaluation work translates complex data into actionable insights, helping communities strengthen prevention strategies, advance healthy living, and build sustainable systems that support long-term wellness.
Texas Department of State Health Services (2006). The Strategic Plan for the Prevention of Obesity in Texas: 2005-2010. Austin, Texas.
Strategic Plan for the Prevention and Management of HIV in Texas, Texas Department of State Health Services.
Bi-Annual Evaluation of the state of HIV/AIDS for the State of Texas.
Loyo, H.K., Huang, P., and Schwerfeger, R. (2009). Impact of Steps to a Healthier Austin: Five Year Evaluation. Austin/Travis County Health and Human Services Department. Division of the Medical Director. Steps to a Healthier Austin.
Loyo, H.K., Valadez, A., and Schwerfeger, R. (2008). Four Year Evaluation of the Impact of Steps to a Healthier Austin. Austin/Travis County Health and Human Services Department. Division of the Medical Director. Steps to a Healthier Austin.
Loyo, H.K., Valadez, A., and Schwerfeger, R. (2007). Three Year Evaluation of the Impact of Steps to a Healthier Austin. Austin/Travis County Health and Human Services Department. Division of the Medical Director.
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International and National Peer Review Journals
Review Dr. Loyo’s national and international peer-reviewed articles covering evidence-based health research, clinical and pharmaceutical best practices, electronic data capture methodologies, and data quality monitoring. You’ll also find highlights from the public health and prevention programs she has contributed to throughout her career.
Loyo, K. (2019). Complexities of Animal Research: Really? Animal studies are more complex than human studies! You have to be kidding. International Animal Health Journal 6(2): 38-39.
Loyo, K. (2018). Rethinking the Fee Schedule as a Data Quality Improvement Tool. International Animal Health Journal. 5(4): 32 – 33.
Dwyer, K., Loyo, K., and Bereanu, C. (2018). Effective Strategies for User Acceptance Testing of EDC Systems. International Animal Health Journal. 5(3): 40-43.
Loyo, K. and Bereanu, C. (2018). A Comparison of DIY and Custom-built EDC Solutions: Which and When is it Best to Choose? International Animal Health Journal. June. 5(2): 52-53.
Loyo, K. and Bereanu, C. (2018). Making the Change from Paper-based to EDC Studies that Provide the Advantage of Cleaner Data. International Animal Health Journal. 5(1): 38-42.
Loyo, K. and Browner, A. (2016). Automating Invoicing in EDC/CTMS: Study Building and Design Considerations. International Animal Health Journal. 3(1): 70-73.
Loyo, K. and Browner, A. (2015). The Monitor’s Changing Role: Considerations for Electronic Data Capture (EDC) Implementation in Clinical Trials – Part 2. International Animal Health Journal. 2(4): 68-71.
Loyo, H.K., and Pedzinski, J. (2015). Considerations for Electronic Data Capture (EDC) Implementation in Clinical Trials – Part 1. International Animal Health Journal. 2:(3): 74-76.
Murphy, H.W., Danforth, M., Browner, A., McManamon, R. and Loyo, K.(2015). The Great Ape Heart Project: Using a Global Centralized Database to Improve Animal Health, Conservation and Research. American Association of Zoo Veterinarians. Portland, Oregon.
Batcher. C. and Loyo H.K. (2013). The Business Angle: A Process for Using Community Resources to Reduce Readmissions. Case In Point. 11(9): 19-20,35.
Loyo, H.K., Wile, K., Batcher, C., Huang, P., Milstein, B., and Orenstein, D. (2012). From Theory to Action: Using a System Dynamics Model of Chronic Disease Risks to Align Community Action. Health Promotion Practice. 14(1): 53-61. Awarded Sarah Mazelis Paper of the Year.
Davis, L., Loyo, K., Glowka, A., Schwertfeger, R., Danielson, L., Brea, C., et al. (2009). A comprehensive worksite wellness program in Austin, Texas: partnership between Steps to a Healthier Austin and Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority. Prev Chronic Dis 6(2).