Journal Description
Healthcare
Healthcare
is an international, scientific, peer-reviewed, open access journal on health care systems, industry, technology, policy, and regulation, and is published semimonthly online by MDPI. European Medical Association (EMA) and Ocular Wellness & Nutrition Society (OWNS) are affiliated with Healthcare and their members receive discounts on the article processing charges.
- Open Access— free for readers, with article processing charges (APC) paid by authors or their institutions.
- High Visibility: indexed within Scopus, SCIE and SSCI (Web of Science), PubMed, PMC, and other databases.
- Journal Rank: JCR - Q2 (Health Policy and Services) / CiteScore - Q1 (Leadership and Management)
- Rapid Publication: manuscripts are peer-reviewed and a first decision is provided to authors approximately 21.5 days after submission; acceptance to publication is undertaken in 2.6 days (median values for papers published in this journal in the first half of 2025).
- Recognition of Reviewers: reviewers who provide timely, thorough peer-review reports receive vouchers entitling them to a discount on the APC of their next publication in any MDPI journal, in appreciation of the work done.
- Companion journals for Healthcare include: Trauma Care and European Burn Journal.
- Journal Cluster of Healthcare Sciences and Services: Geriatrics, Journal of Ageing and Longevity, Healthcare, Hospitals, Hygiene, International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health and Nursing Reports.
Impact Factor:
2.7 (2024);
5-Year Impact Factor:
2.8 (2024)
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The Greek Versions of the HLS19 Health Literacy Instruments (HLS19-NAV-GR, HLS19-COM-GR, and HLS19-VAC-GR): Translation, Cultural Adaptation, and Descriptive Pilot Evaluation
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2541; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192541 (registering DOI) - 8 Oct 2025
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Background: Health literacy (HL) is a key determinant of health outcomes and equity. The European Health Literacy Survey 2019 (HLS19) introduced three domain-specific instruments—HLS19-NAV, HLS19-COM-P-Q11, and HLS19-VAC. We present the translation, cultural adaptation, field
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Background: Health literacy (HL) is a key determinant of health outcomes and equity. The European Health Literacy Survey 2019 (HLS19) introduced three domain-specific instruments—HLS19-NAV, HLS19-COM-P-Q11, and HLS19-VAC. We present the translation, cultural adaptation, field testing, and descriptive pilot evaluation of their Greek versions (HLS19-NAV-GR, HLS19-COM-GR, HLS19-VAC-GR). Methods: Dual forward/back-translation and expert review (11 health professionals/academics) produced the final versions. A purposive, quota-guided field test (N = 71) approximated population distributions by sex, age, education, and geographical region. Test–retest stability (n = 16; ~12 days) was summarized primarily with intraclass correlation ICC (2,1), with Pearson/Spearman correlations reported secondarily. Internal consistency was assessed using ordinal alpha computed from polychoric (polytomous) and tetrachoric (dichotomous) correlations. We report item- and scale-level descriptive statistics for both the original polytomous (four-category, 1–4) responses and a dichotomous difficulty–ease scheme (1–2 vs. 3–4). Given the non-probability sampling in this pilot, the results are descriptive, not statistically representative. Results: Instruments were well accepted, requiring only minor revisions. Scales demonstrated high short-term stability and good internal consistency; inter-scale correlations were moderate, interpreted as associations among related but distinct constructs. Item distributions skewed toward Easy/Very Easy; several HLS19-VAC-GR items showed a clear ceiling, suggesting the need to consider harder items or a larger item pool in future validation. By scale, scores followed the descending order NAV, COM, and VAC. Distributions and ranking patterns broadly mirrored population-level findings from other countries. Conclusions: The adapted HLS19-NAV/COM/VAC-GR instruments are linguistically and culturally appropriate and prepared for large-scale validation, while items NAV9, COM4, and the VAC ceiling are flagged for further assessment.
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Health Information Seeking and Behavior in the Korean Population During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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Hanna Choi, Meiling Jin and Byungsun Park
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2539; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192539 - 8 Oct 2025
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Background: Online health information seeking emerged as a critical form of public health behavior during the COVID-19 pandemic, generating substantial research interest. However, empirical studies examining health information-seeking patterns among Korean populations and their behavioral outcomes during the pandemic remain limited. Grounded in
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Background: Online health information seeking emerged as a critical form of public health behavior during the COVID-19 pandemic, generating substantial research interest. However, empirical studies examining health information-seeking patterns among Korean populations and their behavioral outcomes during the pandemic remain limited. Grounded in the information–motivation–behavior skills model, this study investigates online health information-seeking behaviors, including information sources, search terms, and engagement patterns, while also exploring their association with actual health behaviors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: A structured survey was developed based on 1014 adults aged 19 years or older using the 2021 Korean version of the Health Information National Trends Survey (K-HINTS) to obtain nationally representative data. We adopted a structural equation model and analyzed the data using SPSS 25.0 and the WordArt site. Results: Of the respondents, 74.2% sought health information online, with vaccine details being the most widely searched topic. Mobile phones were the most commonly used devices (75.8%), and 98% searched for health information online via mobile devices at least once a week. Information (β = 0.230, p < 0.001), motivation (β = 0.117, p < 0.01), and behavior skills (β = 0.117, p < 0.01) positively influenced consumers’ behavioral changes regarding health. Behavioral skills also mediated the influences that information seeking and motivation had on behavioral changes. Conclusions: This study examines four aspects of online health information seeking through nationally representative COVID-19 data in South Korea. Exploring the relationship between information-seeking and actual health behaviors provides crucial insights for predicting post-pandemic consumer behavior and developing effective public health communication strategies for future crises.
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An Exploratory Analysis of Public Perspectives and Attitudes Towards Radiation in Saudi Arabia
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Hanan M. Alzahrani, Fahad Alzahrani, Hala Aljohani, Shouq Albalawi, Shatha Aljurbua, Maisa Elzaki, Walaa Alsharif, Bashair Alhummiany, Awadia Gareeballah, Eman Abdurhman Altay, Tasneem S. A. Elmahdi, Amirah Alsaedi, Manal J. Abdallah, Lamia Ghazi Jamjoom and Bander S. Almutairi
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2538; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192538 - 8 Oct 2025
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Aim: Radiation exposure is a growing public health concern; however, public understanding of its sources, risks, and protective measures remains limited. This study examined familiarity, misconceptions, and attitudes towards both ionising and nonionising radiation among residents of Saudi Arabia, an area that has
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Aim: Radiation exposure is a growing public health concern; however, public understanding of its sources, risks, and protective measures remains limited. This study examined familiarity, misconceptions, and attitudes towards both ionising and nonionising radiation among residents of Saudi Arabia, an area that has received limited attention in the literature. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 888 Saudi residents aged 18 years and above by using a validated online questionnaire. The instrument comprised demographic items, 13 statements assessing radiation familiarity (including knowledge of sources and safety), and 21 items assessing attitudes (including safety practices and willingness to receive further education), all rated on a five-point Likert scale. Descriptive statistics and nonparametric inferential analyses were performed using SPSS v27. Results: Participants had a moderate mean familiarity score (3.34 ± 1.16), whereas attitude scores were high (3.56 ± 1.14). Demographic variables, including age, sex, region, and previous training, significantly affected familiarity and attitudes. A medical background and previous radiation education were associated with a higher familiarity level. Nonetheless, most participants expressed a strong interest in acquiring additional knowledge. Conclusion: Moderate familiarity with radiation and strong attitudes towards protection among the Saudi public highlight opportunities to strengthen practical safety knowledge. These findings indicate the need for targeted, accessible educational initiatives, particularly through digital platforms, to enhance radiation literacy and support the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
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Variation in Quality of Women’s Health Topic Information from Systematic Internet Searches
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Bianca Kyrie Wanamaker, Ashley N. Tomlinson, Alivia R. Abernathy, Vanessa Cordova, Anika D. Baloun and Benjamin D. Duval
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2537; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192537 - 8 Oct 2025
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Background/Objectives: The internet has unquestionably altered how people acquire health information. Instead of consulting with a medical professional, billions of pages of information can be accessed by anyone with a smartphone. Women’s health issues have been historically and culturally taboo in many
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Background/Objectives: The internet has unquestionably altered how people acquire health information. Instead of consulting with a medical professional, billions of pages of information can be accessed by anyone with a smartphone. Women’s health issues have been historically and culturally taboo in many cultures globally; therefore, internet searches may be particularly useful when researching these topics. Methods: As an exercise in scientific information evaluation, we chose 12 non-cancer topics specific to women’s health and developed a scoring metric based on quantifiable webpage attributes to answer: What topics generate the highest and lowest scores? Does the quality of information (mean score) vary across topics? Does the variation (score deviation) differ among topics? Data were collected following systematic searches after filtering with advanced features of Google and analyzed in a Bayesian framework. Results: The mean score per topic was significantly correlated with the number of sources cited within an article. There were significant differences in the quality scores across topics; “pregnancy” and “sleep” scored the highest and had more sources cited per page than all other topics. The greatest variation in scores were for “cortisol” and “weight”. Conclusions: A purposeful, systematic internet search of 12 critical women’s health topics suggests that scrutiny is necessary when this information is obtained by a typical internet user. Future work should include review by medical professionals based on their interaction with patients who self-report what they know or think about a condition they present and respect, while educating, patients’ own internet searching.
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Development and Validation of the Knowledge of Human Papillomavirus Scale in Japan
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Ayano Tokuda, Atsuko Shiota, Pasang Wangmo and Kimiko Kawata
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2536; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192536 - 8 Oct 2025
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Background/Objectives: In Japan, the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine introduction process is unique, and no HPV knowledge scale with established reliability and validity currently exists. This study aimed to develop a new HPV knowledge scale and evaluate its reliability and validity for practical
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Background/Objectives: In Japan, the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine introduction process is unique, and no HPV knowledge scale with established reliability and validity currently exists. This study aimed to develop a new HPV knowledge scale and evaluate its reliability and validity for practical use. Methods: With permission from the original authors of the HPV Knowledge Scale (Jo Waller et al.), we created a Japanese version incorporating the original two subscales and adding new items. The translation process involved multiple researchers, back-translation by a professional agency, and expert review to ensure linguistic and contextual accuracy. The study was approved by the Clinical Research Ethics Review Board of the researchers’ affiliated universities and conducted between April and August 2024. Results: Reliability and validity were assessed using data from 793 parents of junior high school students, including both boys and girls. Confirmatory factor analysis showed a good model fit (Goodness-of-Fit Index [GFI] = 0.934, Adjusted GFI [AGFI] = 0.907, Comparative Fit Index [CFI] = 0.928, Root Mean Square Error of Approximation [RMSEA] = 0.063). Cronbach’s alpha ranged from 0.688 to 0.845 and item-total correlations ranged from 0.393 to 0.584. Test–retest reliability, assessed with Spearman’s rank correlation, was r = 0.791 (p < 0.001). The final scale, named the Japan HPV Knowledge Scale (J-HPV-KS), includes 17 items across five factors. Conclusions: The J-HPV-KS covers HPV-related diseases, transmission routes, natural history, and vaccines. It demonstrated sufficient reliability and validity for use in Japan and is a useful tool for assessing HPV-related knowledge among Japanese parents and guardians.
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Analyzing Global Research Trends on Medical Resident Burnout and Physical Activity: A Bibliometric Analysis (2005–2025)
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Hamdi Henchiri, Amr Chaabeni, Ismail Dergaa, Halil İbrahim Ceylan, Valentina Stefanica, Wissem Dhahbi, Chayma Harrathi, Safa Abidi, Abdullah H. Allihebi, Anis Jellad and Fairouz Azaiez
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2535; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192535 - 7 Oct 2025
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Background: Medical resident burnout is a critical threat to healthcare workforce sustainability, with physical activity (PA) posited as a protective factor. This bibliometric analysis maps the global research landscape on this topic from 2005 to 2025. Methods: Systematic search of the
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Background: Medical resident burnout is a critical threat to healthcare workforce sustainability, with physical activity (PA) posited as a protective factor. This bibliometric analysis maps the global research landscape on this topic from 2005 to 2025. Methods: Systematic search of the Web of Science Core Collection identified 110 relevant English-language articles. Performance analysis and scientific mapping were conducted using R and VOSviewer. Results: The field saw an annual growth rate of 3.35%, with a peak of 16 publications in 2019. The United States was the dominant contributor, accounting for 68% of the total output. Analysis identified several major thematic areas, including stress and behavioral factors, occupational mental health, and institutional support mechanisms. The findings reveal a rapidly growing but geographically concentrated body of research, underscoring a significant gap in globally representative evidence. Conclusions: This analysis provides a foundational map for future research, underscoring the need for institutional wellness programs incorporating PA, international collaborative studies, and policy-level interventions. We conclude that integrating physical activity is not a luxury but a critical strategy for healthcare system sustainability.
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Health-Related Quality of Life Among High-Risk Pregnant Women Hospitalized in a Maternal-Fetal Intensive Care Unit: A Structural Equation Modeling Analysis
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Hyuna Seol, Jina Oh and Mihae Im
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2534; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192534 - 7 Oct 2025
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Objectives: The aim of this study was to establish a structural model that could explain and predict factors influencing health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in high-risk pregnant women. Methods: This study adopted a structural equation model based on the HRQoL model.
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Objectives: The aim of this study was to establish a structural model that could explain and predict factors influencing health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in high-risk pregnant women. Methods: This study adopted a structural equation model based on the HRQoL model. Data were collected from 200 high-risk pregnant women hospitalized in a maternal-fetal intensive care unit. Structured questionnaires measured antenatal depression, marital intimacy, fetal attachment, self-care behavior, perceived health status, and HRQoL. All data were collected simultaneously during a single point in participants’ hospitalization. Results: Among the factors, antenatal depression showed the greatest influence on HRQoL (β = −0.27, p < 0.001), followed by marital intimacy (β = 0.26, p < 0.001), fetal attachment (β = 0.25, p < 0.001), perceived health status (β = 0.14, p = 0.005), and self-care behavior (β = 0.12, p = 0.037), with an explanatory power of 73.4%. Conclusions: To improve the HRQoL of high-risk pregnant women, psychological nursing intervention strategies are needed to reduce antenatal depression. It is necessary to provide education that encourages self-care behavior. Furthermore, the findings indicate that strategic nursing interventions are necessary to enhance marital intimacy, fetal attachment, and perceived health status. As a theoretical basis, this study will contribute to the preparation of basic data that will improve the HRQoL of pregnant women at high risk.
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Traveling Towards Timeliness: The Association Between Travel Time and Wait Time for Rheumatoid Arthritis Care
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Xiaoxiao Liu, Alka B. Patel, Judy E. Seidel, Dianne P. Mosher, John Hagens and Deborah A. Marshall
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2533; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192533 - 7 Oct 2025
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Objectives: The aim was to measure wait times for rheumatologist consultation and disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) treatment and examine their association with travel time to primary care practitioners (PCP) and rheumatologists within a centralized intake system, respectively. Methods: Within a centralized
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Objectives: The aim was to measure wait times for rheumatologist consultation and disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) treatment and examine their association with travel time to primary care practitioners (PCP) and rheumatologists within a centralized intake system, respectively. Methods: Within a centralized intake system serving 4.2 million people, we measured wait time for rheumatologist consultations and DMARD treatment for an RA incidence cohort between 1 April 2015 and 31 March 2020. Wait times were reported as the median with the interquartile range (IQR). Using multivariate logistics regression models, we examined the impact of travel times to primary/rheumatology care on wait times for rheumatologist consultation (28-day benchmark) and DMARD treatment (14-day benchmark). Travel times were defined according to quantiles and pre-defined categories. Results: The median wait time was 47 days (IQR: 18–114) for rheumatologist consultations (36% meeting the benchmark) and 35 days (IQR: 1–132) for DMARD treatment (43% meeting the benchmark). Patients living >120 min away had lower odds of meeting the 28-day consultation benchmark compared with those within 30 min (OR 0.64; 95% CI: 0.42–0.97). Compared with patients driving ≤30 min, lower odds of meeting the 14-day benchmark for DMARD treatment were observed for those driving over 60 min to PCPs (OR 0.62; 95% CI: 0.39–0.99) and patients driving 30–60 min to rheumatologists (OR 0.68; 95% CI: 0.55–0.85). Conclusion: RA management was suboptimal due to low rates of meeting RA consultation and treatment benchmarks, which was significantly associated with long travel times to both primary and RA care within a centralized triage system. This highlights the need for complementary strategies (e.g., tele-rheumatology, travel support, or alternate care providers) to ensure timely RA care in rural and remote communities.
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Comparative Analysis of Traumatic Cardiac Arrest: Role of Early Intervention and Care Pathway
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Sung Woo Jang, Jae Sik Chung and Pil Young Jung
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2532; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192532 - 7 Oct 2025
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(1) Background: This study aimed to assess the characteristics and factors influencing 72 h survival after traumatic cardiac arrest (TCA), comparing out-of-hospital TCA (oTCA) with in-hospital TCA (iTCA). (2) Methods: This is a retrospective review of 286 patients with TCA admitted to the
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(1) Background: This study aimed to assess the characteristics and factors influencing 72 h survival after traumatic cardiac arrest (TCA), comparing out-of-hospital TCA (oTCA) with in-hospital TCA (iTCA). (2) Methods: This is a retrospective review of 286 patients with TCA admitted to the regional trauma center (RTC) in Gangwon Province, Korea, between 2013 and 2019. (3) Results: Transfer from another hospital (hazard ratio [HR] 0.86 [0.76–0.97]) and longer duration between accident and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) (HR 0.95 [0.90–0.99]) were associated with lower 72 h mortality. Transfer showed a significant association with lower 72 h mortality in all patients and in the high-injury-severity-score (ISS) group, but not in the low-ISS group. Subgroup analysis indicated that patients transferred from another hospital had significantly lower HR than directly admitted patients to the RTC for oTCA occurrence (HR 0.36 [0.23–0.57]), total CPR duration > 30 min (HR 0.34 [0.23–0.52]), and accident-to-CPR duration < 30 min (HR 0.25 [0.11–0.55]). Additionally, shorter distances from the accident site to the first hospital were associated with lower relative HRs. (4) Conclusions: Considering the extremely poor outcomes of TCA, basic resuscitation and evaluation at nearby medical institutions rather than immediate transfer to specialized trauma centers, particularly when TCA occurs or is anticipated, are important. Early damage-control resuscitation at a nearby hospital can impact on improving the survival rate of patients with TCA.
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The Hidden Risks of Hip Replacement: Unveiling Mortality and Costs in 1.6 Million Patients
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Yaron Berkovich, Binyamin Finkel, Assil Mahamid, Hadar Gan-Or, Loai Ahmad Takrori, Yaniv Yonai and David Maman
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2531; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192531 - 7 Oct 2025
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Methods: Using the most recent pre-COVID National Inpatient Sample (2016–2019), we evaluated inpatient mortality and economic impact after elective primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) across 327,123 cases (1,635,615 weighted discharges).Results: Overall inpatient mortality was 0.04%, but was higher in patients ≥ 80 years
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Methods: Using the most recent pre-COVID National Inpatient Sample (2016–2019), we evaluated inpatient mortality and economic impact after elective primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) across 327,123 cases (1,635,615 weighted discharges).Results: Overall inpatient mortality was 0.04%, but was higher in patients ≥ 80 years (0.15%), with weekend admissions (0.10%), and with surgical delay ≥ 1 day (0.17%). Comorbidities with the greatest mortality association included congestive heart failure and chronic kidney disease (both with markedly elevated odds), and acute in-hospital complications (e.g., pulmonary embolism) carried substantial risk. Complications also increased resource use; for example, heart failure, pulmonary edema, and acute coronary artery disease were each associated with significantly higher costs and prolonged length of stay. Conclusion: These findings provide a contemporary, pre-pandemic national baseline that quantifies high-risk subgroups and the economic footprint of adverse events, supporting targeted perioperative strategies and hospital planning for elective THA.
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Activity Intensity and All-Cause Mortality Following Fall Injury Among Older Adults: Results from a 12-Year National Survey
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Oluwaseun Adeyemi, Tracy Chippendale, Olugbenga Ogedegbe, Dowin Boatright and Joshua Chodosh
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2530; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192530 - 7 Oct 2025
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Background: Fall injury is a sentinel event for mortality among older adults, and activity intensity may play a role in mitigating this outcome. This study assessed the relationship between activity intensity and all-cause mortality following fall injury among community-dwelling U.S. older adults. Methods:
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Background: Fall injury is a sentinel event for mortality among older adults, and activity intensity may play a role in mitigating this outcome. This study assessed the relationship between activity intensity and all-cause mortality following fall injury among community-dwelling U.S. older adults. Methods: For this retrospective cohort study, we pooled 12 years of data from the National Health Interview Survey and identified older adults (aged 65 years and older) who sustained fall injuries (N = 2454). The outcome variable was time to death following a fall injury. We defined activity intensity as a binary variable, none-to-low and normal-to-high, using the American Heart Association’s weekly 500 Metabolic Equivalent of Task (MET) as a cutoff. We controlled for sociodemographic, healthcare access, and health characteristics; performed survey-weighted Cox proportional hazard regression analysis; and reported the adjusted mortality risks (plus 95% confidence interval (CI)). Results: The survey comprised 2454 older adults with fall injuries, representing 863,845 US older adults. The population was predominantly female (68%), non-Hispanic White (85%), and divorced/separated (54%). During the follow-up period, 45% of the study population died. Approximately 81% of the study population had low activity levels. However, between 2006 and 2017, the proportion of the study population with low physical activity decreased from 90% to 67%. After adjusting for sociodemographic, healthcare access, and health characteristics, none-to-low activity intensity was associated with 50% increased mortality risk (aHR: 1.50; 95% CI: 1.20–1.87). Conclusions: Promoting higher physical activity levels may significantly reduce the all-cause mortality risk following fall injury among older adults.
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Hypothyroidism and Mandibular Cortical Alterations Evaluated on Panoramic Radiography: A Cross-Sectional Study in Women
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Vicente Vera-Rodríguez, María Pedrera-Canal, Olga Leal-Hernández, Juan Fabregat-Fernández, María Luz Canal-Macías, Fidel López-Espuela, Francisco M. García-Blazquez, Jose M. Moran and Raúl Roncero-Martín
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2529; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192529 - 7 Oct 2025
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Background/Objectives: Thyroid hormone deficiency may impair bone metabolism, but its mandibular impact remains uncertain. We aimed to compare the prevalence of altered Mandibular Cortical Index (MCI; C2–C3) and Panoramic Mandibular Index (PMI) on digital panoramic radiographs in adult women with primary hypothyroidism versus
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Background/Objectives: Thyroid hormone deficiency may impair bone metabolism, but its mandibular impact remains uncertain. We aimed to compare the prevalence of altered Mandibular Cortical Index (MCI; C2–C3) and Panoramic Mandibular Index (PMI) on digital panoramic radiographs in adult women with primary hypothyroidism versus euthyroid controls, considering age and key clinical covariates. To our knowledge, this is the first study out of Spain addressing this question. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study (September 2021–June 2024) of 179 white women recruited at a university clinic. Cases were on L-thyroxine for ≥6 months, with TSH > 4.5 mIU/L and normal FT4; controls were euthyroid and untreated. Demographics, reproductive history, and BMI were recorded. Panoramic radiographs (Ratograph EVO 3D; 72 kV, 6 mA, 14.4 s) were analysed; MCI was graded (Klemetti C1–C3) distal to the mental foramen; PMI and mandibular cortical width (MCW) were measured bilaterally. Results: Women with hypothyroidism showed higher BMI and a greater number of years since menopause; age was slightly higher, but the difference was not significant. MCI distribution did not differ between groups (C3 and C2–C3, both p > 0.45). PMI (left/right) was similar (p = 0.253/0.160). Left MCW was higher in hypothyroidism in a crude analysis (4.86 ± 0.98 vs. 4.46 ± 0.94 mm; p = 0.039), but lost significance after age adjustment (adjusted p = 0.191); right MCW showed no differences. Total tooth loss tended to be higher (p = 0.055) without conclusive evidence. Conclusions: In this cohort, primary hypothyroidism was not associated with a differential mandibular cortical pattern by MCI or PMI; the crude MCW difference was explained by age. These Spain-based data refine heterogeneous prior findings and indicate that, in women treated for hypothyroidism, mandibular cortical metrics largely resemble those of their euthyroid peers. Longitudinal and multicentre studies are warranted to clarify trajectories and enhance generalisability.
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Caught in the Web—Emotional Regulation Difficulties and Internet Addiction Among Romanian Medical and Technical University Students: A Pilot Cross-Sectional Study
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Simona Magdalena Hainagiu and Simona Nicoleta Neagu
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2528; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192528 - 6 Oct 2025
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Background and Objectives: Young people of all ages are now prematurely overexposed to a tech-addicted life, with negative psychological, physiological, sociological, and educational effects. Ease of access to and normalization of exposure to technology are indicated as the main causes of internet addiction
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Background and Objectives: Young people of all ages are now prematurely overexposed to a tech-addicted life, with negative psychological, physiological, sociological, and educational effects. Ease of access to and normalization of exposure to technology are indicated as the main causes of internet addiction and a mental health concern, especially in Romania, a country with widespread and easy access to the internet. Methods: This exploratory cross-sectional study with 132 participants investigated the relationship between emotional regulation difficulties (ERDs) and the risk of internet addiction (IA) among medical and technical students—two educational cultures defined by intense educational and emotional stress—with the aim of identifying specific patterns of variability. Standardized self-report data were collected, and specific descriptive and correlational statistical methods were used. Results: Key findings suggest similar moderate difficulty in emotional regulation for each student sample and normal-to-mild internet use for technical and medical students. A moderately strong Pearson correlation was observed between internet addiction and emotional regulation difficulties across the entire group of students (r = 0.54, p < 0.001). However, higher levels of emotional dysregulation and internet addiction risk were evident for the medical students. Conclusions: These results suggest that IA is closely linked to ERD rather than to the exposure to technology itself, as we presumed in the case of technical students. Moreover, medical students have a greater need for institutional support measures than their technical peers to cope with a highly challenging educational environment that exceeds individual levels of effective self-regulation.
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Therapeutic Goals of One-on-One Viniyoga: A Qualitative Study of Practitioner Perspectives and Case Applications
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Jennifer Vasquez, Michele Quintin Quill and Chase Bossart
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2527; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192527 - 6 Oct 2025
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Background/Objectives: Viniyoga is a person-centered approach to yoga that emphasizes individualized adaptation of breath, movement, and meditative practices to support health and well-being. This qualitative study investigates the therapeutic goals of one-to-one Viniyoga from the perspective of experienced therapists. Methods: Fourteen certified Viniyoga
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Background/Objectives: Viniyoga is a person-centered approach to yoga that emphasizes individualized adaptation of breath, movement, and meditative practices to support health and well-being. This qualitative study investigates the therapeutic goals of one-to-one Viniyoga from the perspective of experienced therapists. Methods: Fourteen certified Viniyoga practitioners participated in in-depth interviews, which were analyzed using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA). This study details how Viniyoga therapists define therapeutic Viniyoga. Results: The findings identify three core therapeutic goals that guide Viniyoga therapy: restoring balance, cultivating self-regulation, and guiding transformation. Two case studies are presented to illustrate the application of these goals in clinical contexts. Conclusions: Qualitative information provided by the interviewed Viniyoga therapists supports the positive role of individualized Viniyoga therapy in contributing to sustainable healing and supporting clients’ return to balance, self-regulation, and personal transformation. The Viniyoga therapeutic model is applicable across diverse populations and in a variety of integrative and complementary healthcare settings.
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Therapeutic Exercises During Hospitalization in Oncohematological Patients: A Randomized Clinical Trial
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Bruna Cunha de Souza, Cintia Freire Carniel, Juliana Zangirolami-Raimundo and Rodrigo Daminello Raimundo
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2526; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192526 - 6 Oct 2025
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Background/Objectives: Therapeutic exercises during hospitalization may provide important benefits for onco-hematological patients. However, the most effective protocols and outcomes for evaluation remain unclear. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of a structured exercise program during hospitalization. Methods: We conducted
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Background/Objectives: Therapeutic exercises during hospitalization may provide important benefits for onco-hematological patients. However, the most effective protocols and outcomes for evaluation remain unclear. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of a structured exercise program during hospitalization. Methods: We conducted a randomized clinical trial with hospitalized onco-hematological patients. The control group performed conventional exercises, while the intervention group received a combined program of aerobic and resistance training. Outcomes included functional capacity, muscle strength, quality of life, and fatigue, assessed at admission and discharge. The sample size was calculated for a moderate effect size (Cohen’s d = 0.50; α = 0.05; power = 80%), yielding a target of 35 participants per group. Data were analyzed using repeated measures analysis of variance, followed by Bonferroni post hoc tests. The significance level was set at 5%. Results: The intervention group showed significant improvements in dyspnea (p = 0.017) and pain (p = 0.024) compared with the control group. In addition, reductions in insomnia (p = 0.021) and improvements in emotional functioning (p = 0.024) were observed. No significant between-group differences were found for fatigue, muscle strength, or functional capacity. Conclusions: A short-term program of aerobic and resistance exercises was safe and improved pain and dyspnea in hospitalized onco-hematological patients, with additional favorable effects on insomnia and emotional function. However, no significant effects were detected in fatigue, muscle strength, or functional capacity, likely due to the short hospitalization period and limited number of sessions. Future studies should consider longer interventions and post-discharge follow-up to clarify the sustainability of these benefits.
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Perceptions of Spectacle Use Among Undergraduate Students in Oman: Visual Symptoms, Convenience, and Disadvantages
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Janitha Plackal Ayyappan, Hilal Alrahbi, Gopi Vankudre, Zoelfigar Mohamed, Virgina Varghese and Sabitha Sadandan
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2525; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192525 - 6 Oct 2025
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Background: Globally, uncorrected refractive errors are recognized as the primary cause of visual impairment and blindness. According to a report by the World Health Organization (WHO), providing spectacle lenses at an affordable cost remains a significant challenge, particularly for underprivileged populations in developing
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Background: Globally, uncorrected refractive errors are recognized as the primary cause of visual impairment and blindness. According to a report by the World Health Organization (WHO), providing spectacle lenses at an affordable cost remains a significant challenge, particularly for underprivileged populations in developing countries. This challenge contributes to the low compliance with spectacle wear worldwide. However, the benefits of wearing spectacles are influenced by the perceptions of the population regarding spectacle use. Methods: A quantitative, cross-sectional survey-based study was conducted at a superior educative center in Oman, the University of Buraimi. Participants were recruited from the four major colleges, namely, the College of Health Sciences (COHS), College of Business (COB), College of Engineering (COE), and College of Law (COL), and the Center for Foundation Studies (CFS). This study was conducted over the period from 18 December 2022 to 18 December 2023. Essential data were collected using an electronic questionnaire facilitated by the Google platform. The initial section of the questionnaire outlines this study’s objectives and its benefits to the community. The digital survey comprises three sections: the first section addresses the sociodemographic profile of the participants; the second section explores perceptions related to spectacles; and the third section examines visual symptoms associated with spectacle wear. In this study, a pre-tested survey was administered following consultation with a panel of three subject matter experts who reviewed the clarity and content validity of the test items. Data analyses were performed using descriptive statistics, and linear regression was applied to assess the effect of socioeconomic profile on perceptions of spectacles. Additionally, data entry, processing, and analysis were conducted using SPSS 25 software. The overall mean score for spectacle-related visual symptoms was 2.51 ± 0.75, indicating a moderate level of symptom occurrence. Results: A total of 415 participants (N = 415) were included in this study, comprising 133 males (32.0%) and 282 females (68.0%). The most prominent symptoms related to spectacle perception were “light sensitivity” and “eye pain”, with mean values of 3.03 ± 1.30 and 3.04 ± 1.25, respectively. Additionally, 249 participants (60%) reported moderate concern regarding spectacle-related visual symptoms. Among female participants, 118 (41.8%) exhibited little concern about visual symptoms associated with spectacle wear, whereas this was observed in 25.6% of male participants. Descriptive statistics indicated the mean perceived spectacle-related disadvantages score measured on a scale of 0 to 4 was 2.88 ± 1.16 (57.69% ± 23.15% in percentages), reflecting a moderate perception of such disadvantages. The linear regression model demonstrated statistical significance, as indicated by the likelihood ratio chi-square = 199.194 (df = 15, p < 0.001). The most significant predictor was study major (χ2 = 72.922, p < 0.001). Conclusions: The present study indicates that undergraduate students generally exhibit a low perception of the disadvantages associated with wearing spectacles. Randomized sampling should be preferred in future studies to the convenience sampling technique. The most frequently reported visual symptoms include “light sensitivity and eye pain” among spectacle wearers. Therefore, it is imperative to implement health education programs and foundational studies across colleges to address these issues among undergraduate university students.
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Prevalence and Predictors of Musculoskeletal Pain Among Pregnant Women: A Cross-Sectional Study
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Jalal Uddin, Shahida Sultana Shumi and Jason D. Flatt
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2524; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192524 - 5 Oct 2025
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Background: Musculoskeletal (MSK) pain is a frequent but under-addressed concern during pregnancy. In Bangladesh, challenges such as limited antenatal care (ANC) access and heavy maternal workloads make this issue particularly urgent for maternal health. This study aimed to determine the prevalence and
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Background: Musculoskeletal (MSK) pain is a frequent but under-addressed concern during pregnancy. In Bangladesh, challenges such as limited antenatal care (ANC) access and heavy maternal workloads make this issue particularly urgent for maternal health. This study aimed to determine the prevalence and predictors of MSK pain among pregnant women attending government ANC clinics in Bangladesh. Methods: A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 300 pregnant women recruited from two government hospitals in Dhaka Division. Data were collected using structured interviewer-administered questionnaires covering patient characteristics, pain-related characteristics, and pregnancy-related characteristics. Pain was measured using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS; mild <4, moderate 4–7, severe >7), and body mass index (BMI) was calculated based on self-reported height and weight. Descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and multivariable logistic regression were employed to identify factors independently associated with MSK pain. Results: Overall, 67% of women reported MSK pain, most frequently in the lower back and lower abdomen. Women in later trimesters had about twice the odds of experiencing pain, while those with obesity had nearly six times higher odds compared to women with normal body mass index (BMI). Conclusions: MSK pain is common among pregnant women in Bangladesh and shows associations with later gestational stages and obesity. These findings suggest that integrating routine screening and non-pharmacological management into ANC may help support maternal health and reduce preventable complications in resource-limited settings.
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Enteroenteric Fistula Following Multiple Magnet Ingestion in an Adult: Case Report, Literature Review and Management Algorithm
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Laurențiu Augustus Barbu, Liliana Cercelaru, Ionică-Daniel Vîlcea, Valeriu Șurlin, Stelian-Stefaniță Mogoantă, Tiberiu Stefăniță Țenea Cojan, Nicolae-Dragoș Mărgăritescu, Ana-Maria Țenea Cojan, Valentina Căluianu, Mihai Popescu, Gabriel Florin Răzvan Mogoș and Liviu Vasile
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2523; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192523 - 5 Oct 2025
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Background: Multiple high-powered magnet ingestion is a surgical emergency due to inter-loop attraction leading to ischemia, necrosis, perforation, and fistula formation. While well documented in children, adult cases—particularly those complicated by entero-enteric fistula—remain rare, and management is largely extrapolated from pediatric guidelines. Objective:
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Background: Multiple high-powered magnet ingestion is a surgical emergency due to inter-loop attraction leading to ischemia, necrosis, perforation, and fistula formation. While well documented in children, adult cases—particularly those complicated by entero-enteric fistula—remain rare, and management is largely extrapolated from pediatric guidelines. Objective: To present a rare case of adult entero-enteric fistula following multiple neodymium magnet ingestion, we review the literature and propose an adapted management algorithm for adults. Methods: A narrative PubMed review was performed to identify pediatric and adult cases of magnet ingestion complicated by gastrointestinal fistula. Search terms included magnet ingestion, entero-enteric fistula, neodymium, and adult. Reported case characteristics, diagnostic modalities, treatments, and outcomes were analyzed. Results: A 38-year-old male with schizophrenia presented with small bowel obstruction five days after ingesting multiple magnets. Abdominal radiography revealed clustered radiopaque bodies in the distal ileum. Emergency laparotomy identified an entero-enteric fistula caused by pressure necrosis from inter-loop magnetic attraction. Segmental enterectomy with side-to-side anastomosis was performed, with uneventful recovery. The literature review identified only a few adult cases, which showed similar pathophysiology but frequent diagnostic delays and higher complication rates compared with pediatric cases. Conclusions: This case adds to the scarce adult literature on magnet-induced entero-enteric fistula and supports the adaptation of pediatric-based protocols for adults, with attention paid to psychiatric comorbidity and delayed presentation. Early imaging, timely intervention, and multidisciplinary care are essential to prevent severe gastrointestinal injury.
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A Systematic Review of Government-Led Free Caesarean Section Policies in Low- and Middle-Income Countries from 2009 to 2025
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Victor Abiola Adepoju, Abdulrakib Abdulrahim and Qorinah Estiningtyas Sakilah Adnani
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2522; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192522 - 4 Oct 2025
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Background: Caesarean section (CS) is a critical intervention, yet stark inequities in access persist across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Over the last decade, governments have introduced policies to eliminate or subsidize user fees; however, the collective impact of these initiatives on utilization,
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Background: Caesarean section (CS) is a critical intervention, yet stark inequities in access persist across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Over the last decade, governments have introduced policies to eliminate or subsidize user fees; however, the collective impact of these initiatives on utilization, equity, and financial protection has not been fully synthesized. Methods: We conducted a systematic review in line with PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Searches were conducted in PubMed, Dimensions, Google Scholar, Scopus, Web of Science, and government portals for studies published between 1 January 2009 and 30 May 2025. Eligible studies evaluated government-initiated financing reforms, including full user-fee exemptions, partial subsidies, vouchers, insurance schemes, and provider-payment restructuring. Two reviewers independently applied the PICOS criteria, extracted data using a 15-item template, and assessed the study quality. Given heterogeneity, results were synthesized narratively. Results: Thirty-seven studies from 28 LMICs were included. Most (70%) evaluated fee exemptions. Mixed-methods and cross-sectional designs predominated, while only six studies employed interrupted time series designs. Twenty-two evaluations (59%) reported increased CS uptake, ranging from a 1.4-fold rise in Senegal to a threefold increase in Kano State, Nigeria. Similar surges were also observed in non-African contexts such as Iran and Georgia, where reforms included incentives for vaginal delivery or punitive tariffs to curb overuse. Fourteen of 26 fee-exemption studies documented pro-rich or pro-urban drift, while catastrophic expenditure persisted for 12–43% of households, despite the implementation of “free” policies. Median out-of-pocket costs ranged from USD 14 in Burkina Faso to nearly USD 300 in Dakar’s slums. Only one study linked reforms to a reduction in neonatal mortality (a 30% decrease in Mali/Benin), while none demonstrated an impact on maternal mortality. Qualitative evidence highlighted hidden costs, delayed reimbursements, and weak accountability. At the same time, China and Bangladesh demonstrated how demographic reforms or voucher schemes could inadvertently lead to CS overuse or expose gaps in service readiness. Conclusions: Government-led financing reforms consistently increased CS volumes but fell short of ensuring equity, financial protection, or sustained quality. Effective initiatives combined fee removal with investments in surgical capacity, timely reimbursement, and transparent accountability. Future CS policies must integrate real-time monitoring of equity and quality and adopt robust quasi-experimental designs to enable mid-course correction.
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Polysomnographic Evidence of Enhanced Sleep Quality with Adaptive Thermal Regulation
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Jeong-Whun Kim, Sungjin Heo, Dongheon Lee, Joonki Hong, Donghyuk Yang and Sungeun Moon
Healthcare 2025, 13(19), 2521; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13192521 - 4 Oct 2025
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Background/Objective: Sleep is a vital determinant of human health, where both its quantity and quality directly impact physical and mental well-being. Thermoregulation plays a pivotal role in sleep quality, as the body’s ability to regulate temperature varies across different sleep stages. This study
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Background/Objective: Sleep is a vital determinant of human health, where both its quantity and quality directly impact physical and mental well-being. Thermoregulation plays a pivotal role in sleep quality, as the body’s ability to regulate temperature varies across different sleep stages. This study examines the effects of a novel real-time temperature adjustment (RTA) mattress, which dynamically modulates temperature to align with sleep stage transitions, compared to constant temperature control (CTC). Through polysomnographic (PSG) assessments, this study evaluates how adaptive thermal regulation influences sleep architecture, aiming to identify its potential for optimizing restorative sleep. Methods: A prospective longitudinal cohort study involving 25 participants (13 males and 12 females; mean age: 39.7 years) evaluated sleep quality across three conditions: natural sleep (Control), CTC (33 °C constant mattress temperature), and RTA (temperature dynamically adjusted: 30 °C during REM sleep; 33 °C during non-REM sleep). Each participant completed three polysomnography (PSG) sessions. Sleep metrics, including total sleep time (TST), sleep efficiency, wake after sleep onset (WASO), and sleep stage percentages, were assessed. Repeated-measures ANOVA and post hoc analyses were performed. Results: RTA significantly improved sleep quality metrics compared to Control and CTC. TST increased from 356.2 min (Control) to 383.2 min (RTA, p = 0.030), with sleep efficiency rising from 82.8% to 87.3% (p = 0.030). WASO decreased from 58.2 min (Control) and 64.6 min (CTC) to 49.0 min (RTA, p = 0.067). REM latency was notably reduced under RTA (110.4 min) compared to Control (141.8 min, p = 0.002). The REM sleep percentage increased under RTA (20.8%, p = 0.006), with significant subgroup-specific enhancements in males (p = 0.010). Females showed significant increases in deep sleep percentage under RTA (12.3%, p = 0.011). Conclusions: Adaptive thermal regulation enhances sleep quality by aligning mattress temperature with physiological needs during different sleep stages. These findings highlight the potential of RTA as a non-invasive intervention to optimize restorative sleep and promote overall well-being. Further research could explore long-term health benefits and broader applications.
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