Long COVID prevalence is 30.8% among individuals with confirmed or probable SARS-CoV-2 infection
Analysis Shows High Prevalence of Long COVID After Infection
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 22 studies involving more than 200,000 participants found a pooled Long COVID prevalence of 30.8…
A large-scale review finds that about 31 percent of people experience Long COVID symptoms, with higher rates among those hospitalized.
Modeling and decision support approaches in out-of-hospital emergency medical services show methodological diversification
New models aim to improve emergency medical response times
This scoping review analyzed 150 case studies and 33 papers to map modeling approaches in out-of-hospital emergency medical services. The fi…
Researchers mapped how computer models and data tools can help emergency teams reach patients faster and manage resources better.
High mammography awareness and partner support are linked to breast cancer screening behaviors
Men and Women Show Mixed Awareness of Breast Cancer Screening
This cross-sectional study of 725 participants in Turkey evaluates breast cancer awareness, screening barriers, and male partner support. Wh…
While most women know mammograms help find cancer early, many face barriers like lack of symptoms or negligence when it comes to regular scr…
Personalized nutrition advice improves healthy eating indices significantly among participants with high baseline goal orientation
Personalized Nutrition Advice Helps People with High Goal Orientation
This secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial involving 1480 European adults found that personalized nutrition advice only signif…
Tailored nutrition advice significantly improves healthy eating habits for individuals who have a strong personal focus on reaching their he…
Specific exercise modalities provide significant improvements to cognitive function in older adults and those with MCI
Different Exercise Types Show Benefits for Cognitive Function in Seniors
This network meta-analysis of 1,316 participants evaluates the effects of various exercise types on cognitive function. The analysis indicat…
Specific types of exercise, including strength and aerobic training, show promising links to improved cognitive function in older adults.
LLM generated information for diabetes education shows accuracy but faces reliability and usability limitations
AI Tools Show Potential for Diabetes Education with Limits
This scoping review of 21 studies evaluates the use of large language models (LLMs) in providing health education for patients with diabetes…
Large language models can provide accurate information for diabetes patients, but they still face significant hurdles in reliability and eas…
High prevalence of secondary traumatic stress among nurses influenced by age and work experience
Over Half of Nurses Face Secondary Traumatic Stress
This meta-analysis examined the prevalence of secondary traumatic stress (STS) in nursing populations. The findings indicate a high pooled p…
More than half of nurses experience secondary traumatic stress, with rates linked to age, years of experience, and geographic location.
Excess mortality in Japan increased markedly from 2022 with annual deaths approaching 100,000
Japan sees rise in deaths following repeated COVID-19 boosters
This narrative review examines COVID-19 and repeated booster vaccination trends in Japan. It notes that while mortality decreased slightly i…
A review of data from Japan shows a sharp rise in extra deaths starting in 2022, even as the country faced healthcare strain and delayed car…
Fishermen face significant mental health risks from occupational, economic, and socio-cultural factors
Fishermen's mental health: a neglected crisis
This scoping review of 41 studies identifies a severe shortage of high-quality empirical research regarding the mental health of fishermen. …
A review of 41 studies finds fishermen face high burnout and sleep disorders, with few effective interventions available.
Omega-3 supplementation shows small significant effect in children with ADHD at low baseline levels
Omega-3 Supplements May Help Children with ADHD Symptoms
This meta-analysis of 7 RCTs found that omega-3 supplementation produced a small statistically significant effect (SMD = 0.21) for ADHD symp…
New research suggests that children with ADHD may see better results from omega-3 supplements if they start with low levels in their bodies.
Healthcare workers in Sub-Saharan Africa show positive attitudes toward delivering both oral and injectable HIV PrEP
Healthcare Workers Show Positive Attitudes Toward HIV Prevention Medication
This narrative review examines the knowledge, perceptions, and readiness of healthcare workers in Sub-Saharan Africa regarding HIV pre-expos…
Healthcare workers in Sub-Saharan Africa show positive attitudes toward HIV prevention medication despite facing significant barriers like l…
Mind-body therapies significantly improve sleep quality in perinatal women with a mean difference of -2.63
Mind-body therapies improve sleep quality for perinatal women
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 13 randomized controlled trials involving 782 participants found that mindfulness, Pilates, and …
Yoga, Pilates, and mindfulness may offer a helpful way for pregnant and new mothers to improve their sleep quality during a demanding time.
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- Modeling and decision support approaches in out-of-hospital emergency medical services show methodological diversification
- Long COVID prevalence is 30.8% among individuals with confirmed or probable SARS-CoV-2 infection
- High mammography awareness and partner support are linked to breast cancer screening behaviors
- Personalized nutrition advice improves healthy eating indices significantly among participants with high baseline goal orientation
- Specific exercise modalities provide significant improvements to cognitive function in older adults and those with MCI
- LLM generated information for diabetes education shows accuracy but faces reliability and usability limitations
- Excess mortality in Japan increased markedly from 2022 with annual deaths approaching 100,000
- High prevalence of secondary traumatic stress among nurses influenced by age and work experience
- Fishermen face significant mental health risks from occupational, economic, and socio-cultural factors
- Omega-3 supplementation shows small significant effect in children with ADHD at low baseline levels
- Healthcare workers in Sub-Saharan Africa show positive attitudes toward delivering both oral and injectable HIV PrEP
- Structural barriers and limited formalized pathways exist for gambling-related harm treatment and healthcare referrals
- Pregnant women prioritize interactive information and content when seeking online health resources
- Mind-body therapies significantly improve sleep quality in perinatal women with a mean difference of -2.63
- Synergistic Effects of Prior Influenza and COVID-19 Vaccination on Future Vaccine Uptake
- Occupational hazards in clinical embryology lead to increased shoulder pain and mental health issues
- Large language models provide consistent informational quality but low verifiability for varicose veins information
- CIPRES intervention reduces sedentary time and increases MVPA in school children
- Systematic review protocol to assess Ghana Health Service field epidemiology preparedness
- Family caregivers of older adults report average scores of 3.50 for positive aspects of caregiving
- Localized AI and policy frameworks address structural barriers to stroke care in low-income countries
- Social exclusion and cultural barriers hinder substance use service access for immigrants in Europe
- Iodine supplementation reduces serum TSH and thyroglobulin levels in iodine-deficient pregnant women
- Enhanced multimedia education reduces anxiety by 4.13 points more than standard care in vitreous floaters
- ICOPE screening tool shows preliminary feasibility for older adults but requires standardized implementation paths
- Intensive lifestyle intervention protocol designed to identify predictors of weight loss success
- Gain-framed messages increase relative importance of high-in labels on food choices in Brazilian adults
- Strengthened care continuum reduced wasting incidence and severe acute malnutrition in children
- Smoking and alcohol linked to higher psoriasis risk in large meta-analysis
- Cross-cultural adaptation of the Mindful Eating Scale shows strong psychometric properties in overweight and obese Chinese individuals
- Semantic FAIRness framework proposed to enhance COVID-19 data integration in the UAE
- Public health interventions improve mental health in young people in LMICs: systematic review
- AI-enabled precision nutrition tools using multimodal data address measurement error in research and practice
- Renal denervation value framework prioritizes efficacy and safety for Chinese hospital procurement
- Current literature lacks research on myocardial infarction warning signs within transgender and gender diverse populations in the United States
- Climate change alters outdoor activity suitability and creates asymmetric bidirectional environmental impacts across 47 studies
- Clinicians must remain attentive to functional impairment and loss of control in problematic use of generative AI chatbots
- Systematic review develops quality index for outpatient care in stomatology
- Digital Tai Chi improves cognitive function and depressive symptoms in older adults: meta-analysis
- Women in psychiatric and forensic units face distinct gender-based violence and coercion experiences
- Nursing students show moderately positive attitudes toward older adult care across 11 countries
- Health literacy strategies improve outcomes for students and staff in educational institutions
- Hypertension care cascade under dual guideline criteria was analyzed in 238,738 adults from Peru
- Serological surveillance reveals 23.3% global pooled pertussis seropositivity and 3.6% recent infection rate across 37 countries
- Generative AI can support physical education pedagogy when integrated with teacher judgment and ethical use
- New scale assesses ecological emotional intelligence in Chinese university students
- Digital rehabilitation aftercare shows steeper initial work ability improvement that disappears after adjustment
- Primary care-based intensive psychotherapy cuts inpatient costs over $8,000 per Karen refugee patient
- Universal digital mental health interventions show significant overall effects for anxiety and depression in children and adolescents
- Qualitative studies identified 71 facilitators and 59 barriers to physical activity in middle-aged and older adults living with HIV
- Clinician prompting interventions increase odds of probing red flags by 71% and contextualizing care plans by 33%
- Tailored public health messages increase intention for safe behaviours in vulnerable populations
- Smart Post-Discharge Elderly Health Management Platform improves health-related quality of life (p = 0.026) versus standard telephone follow-up in 383 elderly patients
- Patient- and GP-facing deprescribing intervention increases PPI dose reduction by 6.9% in adults with chronic PPI use
- Ethnic minorities use multi-tiered coping strategies during public health crises, systematic review finds
- Arts on Prescription programmes show statistically significant but clinically modest reductions in depression and anxiety among adults
- AI and digitalization associate with psychosocial risks and uneven impacts on adult workers in occupational environments
- AI chatbot interaction improves patient perceptions of pharmacist roles in a pilot study
- Mental Health Literacy Curriculum Improves Outcomes in Chinese College Students
- Non-surgical weight loss reduces AHI by 11.10 in adults with obstructive sleep apnoea
- Geriatric assessment integration is key for equitable cancer care in aging Morocco
- Physical activity guidance for pregnancy after cancer is sparse and siloed, scoping review finds
- Transition programs for DMD vary widely with significant gaps in policy-driven implementation and neurodiversity support
- Structured exercise cuts depression, anxiety, and stress in university students with large to moderate effects
- Microbiome research in GCC countries is uneven, observational, and lacks One Health integration
- Patient-centred follow-up consultations improve goal attainment in CVD risk patients
- Wearable activity tracker adherence associated with reduced body fat in a 12-month randomized trial
- Neuromuscular training reduces ACL injury risk in athletes: meta-analysis
- Systematic review and meta-analysis of occupational health impairments in 23,816 global operating room personnel
- Systematic review and meta-analysis of sepsis screening tools in low- and middle-income countries
- Qualitative review of digital surveillance challenges for dengue in western India
- Network meta-analysis compares exercise types for glycemic control in type 2 diabetes
- Narrative review on nurses' innovative use of information systems and digital health roles
- Narrative review links social media use to mixed mental health outcomes in college students
- Review synthesizes microplastic pollution mechanisms and potential human health risks including inflammation and cancer susceptibility
- Mini Review calls for transparency in AFO population assumptions to support valid causal interpretation
- Conceptual analysis of DIGS model in low- and middle-income countries identifies four structural gaps
- Narrative review highlights robotic surgery convergence with pharmacology and AI in oncology
- Depression linked to higher risk of progression from mild cognitive impairment to Alzheimer's disease and dementia in adults
- Systematic review and meta-analysis of video analysis of hamstring strain injury mechanisms in football
- Narrative review advocates collaboration between public health experts and oceanographers for ocean variable data collection
- Digital toolkit for weight management failed to improve weight loss maintenance in European adults
- Systematic review of community-based interventions for older adult independence
- Laboratory study evaluates antifungal susceptibility of Aspergillus from Costa Rican coffee beans
- Systematic review finds decriminalization linked to fewer drug arrests
- Cross-sectional validation of the extended Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire in Singapore healthcare workers
- Conceptual framework review discusses metabolic autoimmune neuropsychiatric and oncological disorders without reported trial data
- Systematic review and network meta-analysis on exercise dose for cancer-related fatigue in breast cancer survivors
- Systematic review links antibiotic use, smoking, and air pollution to atopic dermatitis risk
- Scoping review of workplace violence against healthcare workers across 53 countries
- Modified strategies for integrating mental health into NCD care in India
- Narrative review of South Korea's legislative response to COVID-19 and MERS
- Antipsychotic use persists in hospitalized dementia patients despite intervention
- Systematic Review Finds Food Addiction Prevalence Varies Widely in Indian Population
- Review of observational cohort links ACS cancer prevention guidelines to lower depression and anxiety symptoms
- Systematic review links slower Timed Up-and-Go test to higher fracture risk in older adults
- Review analyzes political drivers of PMTCT prioritization in Ghana, Mozambique, and Sudan
- Narrative mini review examines U.S. parental vaccine attitudes driven by adverse reaction stories and media
- Behavioral science intervention reduces acute care use for treatable concerns in high-risk postpartum patients
- Narrative review of risk perception tools for chronic disease patients
- Review of a men's cooking class for male earthquake survivors in Japan
- Review of social prescribing for refugee and displaced populations identifies key implementation barriers and theory-informed strategies
- Interhospital transfer for emergency surgery significantly increases postoperative mortality and morbidity risks in adult patients
- Review examines challenges translating preclinical DEHP findings to human developmental toxicology outcomes
- Review of Italy's rehabilitation workforce reform highlights strategic opportunities for system alignment and disparity reduction
- Systematic review of oral health integration strategies in primary and cardiovascular care settings
- Telephone-delivered Walk With Ease program recruitment strategies compared in adults with arthritis
- Meta-analysis of dolutegravir-based ART and risk-stratified HIV care in Uganda
- Perspective review discusses chronic air pollution effects on children and older adults in Puerto Rico
- Personalized diabetes texting with peer support improved glycemic control and remission rates in type 2 diabetes patients
- Digital smoking cessation intervention for psychiatric inpatients shows preliminary abstinence benefits postdischarge
- Network meta-analysis suggests mind-body exercises improve quality of life and function in chronic heart failure patients
- Systematic review and meta-analysis finds remote guidance increases exclusive breastfeeding rates
- Scoping review shows WHO Access antibiotic susceptibility remains low in Pakistan clinical isolates
- Systematic review links reproductive concerns to mental health issues in 2,741 cancer patients
- CBT-based psychoeducation improves anger control and death anxiety in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy
- Multiple gender expressions in anti-smoking messages reduced perceived effectiveness among sexual and gender minority young adults
- Statistical framing increased screening intentions while narrative framing increased information-seeking in autism spectrum disorder
- Text messaging plus educational materials improves healthy eating in uncontrolled diabetes
- Video and plaque disclosing tablets improved oral hygiene indices in adult orthodontic patients compared to verbal instructions alone
- Nutrition Info front-of-package labels improve consumer understanding in online trial
- Chatbot plus brochures did not improve cataract knowledge or anxiety vs brochures alone
- Facebook campaign boosts awareness but not school meal uptake in children
- Educational video improves spirometry success in preschool children
- Mental health information and diagnosis reduced guilt ratings in mock criminal trial participants
- Virtual Reality methods improved reproductive health and family planning attitudes in women compared to face-to-face training
- Disaster education boosts preparedness in Turkish women, randomized trial finds
- Motivational Interviewing Program Reduces Digital Game Addiction and Cyberbullying in Adolescents
- Systematic review finds online cleft care materials exceed recommended readability levels
- Same-day discharge after G-POEM for gastroparesis shows no difference in readmission rates
- Primary community health care nurses improve patient outcomes and reduce costs compared to medical practitioners
- Radiopharmacy services and staffing patterns in South African academic hospitals
- Permanent night shift work associated with increased chronic kidney disease risk in UK Biobank participants
- Lower rest-activity rhythm parameters associated with increased abdominal aortic aneurysm risk
- Mini-review discusses post-discharge care transitions for people living with HIV
- Systematic review links e-cigarette flavors to inflammation and cellular damage in animal models
- Systematic review of observational data shows wide variation in primary care discontinuation of lipid-lowering and antihypertensive therapies
- Systematic review and meta-analysis shows transitional care reduces readmission and MACE in PCI patients
- Relaxation of COVID-19 control measures in Xiamen associated with specific respiratory infectious disease patterns
- Digital engagement associated with positive views on aging in Chinese older adults aged 60 and over
- Preterm children aged 0–2 years show lower growth rates and IGF-1 levels compared to full-term peers
- Narrative review discusses postoperative care strategies for older adults with hip fracture and cognitive impairment
- Omicron linked to multisystem long COVID and GI symptoms in veterans study
- Conceptual framework review explores blockchain neural networks for smart city environmental governance
- Cadmium exposure associated with altered liver function biomarkers in middle-aged and older adults
- Cervical cytology abnormalities and HPV prevalence in Turkish women over 12 years
- Standard physical examination indicators predict sarcopenia risk with high accuracy in a health checkup population
- Narrative review of multi-agent AI systems highlights ethical risks including opacity and accountability challenges in healthcare
- Umbrella review associates processed meat consumption with higher risks of cancer and chronic disease outcomes
- Qualitative study explores UK social workers' perceptions of social prescribing
- Fatigue and depression severity correlation in survivors of severe prolonged COVID-19
- Mixed-methods review highlights delays and pharmacological overreliance in chronic insomnia and GAD management
- Digital serious games improved public health knowledge and attitudes versus traditional education in 19 countries
- Serum specific IgE testing reveals dust mite sensitization in 37.0% of patients with allergic diseases in Ningbo, China
- HPV E6/E7 mRNA testing shows 16.32% positivity in 11,118 cervical specimens across China
- Higher education and prior stroke exposure linked to better KAP scores in 600 adults
- LEARNS model-based health education improves Health Education Scale scores in stable pneumoconiosis patients
- Physical education interventions improve motor ability and executive function in junior high students
- Hospital stay and mortality vary by pandemic wave and vaccination status in severe COVID-19
- Prenatal parabens exposure linked to adverse pregnancy outcomes in mothers with depressive symptoms in Ningxia, China
- Rehabilitation timing and duration varied by administrative origin in Yancheng occupational injury patients
- Temporal trends in ESKAPE pathogen distribution and AMR patterns observed in 3,778 isolates from Rwanda
- Scoping review of AI and algorithmic literacy measurement in health professions education
- Systematic review and meta-analysis shows exercise improves depression and quality of life in hemodialysis patients
- Systematic review of barriers to maternal healthcare access and effective interventions in the United States
- Cross-sectional study of dental caries awareness among Uttarakhand healthcare professionals
- Machine learning model predicts carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae risk in ICU patients
- Scoping review of mental health in sub-Saharan African university students during COVID-19
- Meta-analysis finds education lowers DVT risk after orthopedic surgery
- Meta-analysis finds aerobic exercise reduces postpartum depressive symptoms and improves quality of life
- Narrative review contrasts pediatric and adult pain management in emergency settings
- Systematic review on heat stress prevention in Chinese school youths
- Community health worker program improves breastfeeding odds in rural Sichuan mothers
- Narrative review on AI digital twins for Taekwondo athlete data integration
- Narrative review on exercise snacks for interrupting sedentary time and improving health markers
- Administrative MDT interventions reduced prophylactic antibiotic use in Class I incisions across three study phases
- Systematic review and meta-analysis of GAI-assisted teaching methods in medical students shows improved academic performance
- Meta-analysis of adjunctive therapies for recurrent rhinosinusitis shows improved outcomes with conventional treatment
- Scoping review of digital health interventions for economic toxicity in cancer patients
- Scoping Review Synthesizes Patient-Centered Burdens and Economic Outcomes in Veterans, IDD, and Rural Populations
- MENA guideline identifies training gaps in epidemic preparedness competencies
- Machine learning models predict excessive gestational weight gain risk in pregnant women with high accuracy
- Structured narrative review assesses EU stakeholder readiness for ICF data exchange in EHDS
- Mechanistic review discusses host-directed therapy for children with Long COVID and secondary bacterial pneumonia
- Review of stepped-wedge trial on Montessori approaches for nursing home staff during COVID-19
- Systematic review develops quality indicators for adult critically ill patients during ground inter-hospital transport
- Poor multidimensional sleep health associated with cognitive impairment in middle-aged adults
- Meta-analysis finds mHealth interventions may improve eHealth literacy in chronic disease patients
- Measles incidence increased in Galmudug State, Somalia, from 2023 to 2024
- Latent profiles of self-management behavior identified in Chinese ulcerative colitis patients
- Risk-stratified aeromedical certification protocol assessed in 22 military pilots with cerebral cavernous malformations
- Structured perioperative rehabilitation reduces postoperative pneumonia in esophageal cancer patients
- Yoga with mindfulness improves sleep, anxiety, and physical function in methamphetamine addicts
- Hospital-acquired infections associated with higher costs and length of stay in discharged cancer center patients
- Systematic review of Saudi neurologists' telehealth intentions and attitudes reveals regional and institutional adoption gaps
- Targeted therapy versus non-targeted therapy in renal cell carcinoma patients
- Meta-analysis suggests VR interventions reduce stress and anxiety in healthcare workers
- Review Article Examines Bisphosphonates and Denosumab for Multiple Myeloma Associated Bone Disease
- Brazilian social security expenditures for Hansen's disease reached US$ 924.6 million between 2000 and 2019
- Joint Trajectories of Dietary Diversity and Physical Activity Associated With Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults