2024 November-1 - 101 articles
Introduction: The use of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs (ATOD) is a leading cause of preventable morbidity and mortality among adolescents. While traditional interventions have targeted specific health-risk behaviors (e.g., substance use, initiati...
Background. Today, the public does not want to be just a passive consumer of health services. Patients often expect to be informed and involved in decisions about their health. With better doctor–patient communication, patients are more likely...
Background/Objectives: This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the relationship between swallowing function and low serum albumin levels in older Japanese people (aged ≥ 75 years). Methods: A total of 3258 participants (1325 males, 1933 fe...
Objectives: This study investigates the changing perceptions of Korean care workers regarding a robotic bed designed to assist with repositioning and prevent pressure ulcers. With the primary aim of assessing the technology acceptance among care work...
Background/Objectives: Cognitive impairment is a core feature of schizophrenia, affecting attention, memory, and executive function and contributing significantly to the burden of the disorder. These deficits often begin before the onset of psychotic...
Background: Changes in the speech and language of patients with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) have been reported. Using machine learning to characterize these irregularities may contribute to the early, non-invasive diagnosis of AD. Methods: We cond...
Background: Mental health challenges among university students are pervasive, with alexithymia posing a particularly significant yet understudied challenge. This condition significantly affects an individual’s ability to cope with stress due to...
Background: In the COVID-19 pandemic, novel regional services and communication channels emerged across all sectors of the German healthcare system. To contribute to pandemic preparedness, this study aims to describe newly established services in res...
Aim: Our aim was to examine the association between emergency dental care use and dental providers’ availability and ZIP code social vulnerability index. Methods: This cross-sectional observational study mapped variations in emergency dental ca...
Background: Periodontitis has been associated with an increased risk of CRC, as well as a worse prognosis due to increased inflammation mediators and carcinogenic factors. Moreover, direct and indirect virulence factors from periodontal pathogens, su...
Background: The effectiveness of telehealth in managing obesity in Saudi patients is still under investigation. This study compared the effectiveness of telehealth and in-person obesity management programs for adults. Methods: This clinical trial inv...
Background/Objectives: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a global health crisis, impacting physical, and mental well-being, particularly among those who have recovered from the illness. This study aimed to assess the mental health status of patients r...
Background/Objectives: Volunteering has been widely recognized as beneficial to the well-being of older adults, providing health benefits, increased social engagement, and a sense of purpose. This study aimed to explore the associations between volun...
Background. As China has undergone tremendous socioeconomic and demographic changes during and after the pandemic, it is crucial to enhance youth well-being and facilitate their transition into the workforce. This study aims to explore the multi-dime...
Background: The Supportive and Palliative Care Indicators Tool (SPICT) was developed for identifying, in a timely manner, patients who may benefit from supportive and palliative care for better treatment review, care-plan discussion, and end-of-life...
The objective of this study was to evaluate and compare the histopathological, clinical, and treatment characteristics of xanthogranulomatous cholecystitis (XGC) in patients undergoing cholecystectomy at a single center. Aim: We aim to enhance the un...
Background/Objective: Frailty is a significant health concern in the aging population, particularly in Japan’s super-aging society. Community-based interventions show promise in frailty prevention; however, their effectiveness requires further...
Introduction: Clinical trials are crucial for advancing medical knowledge and improving healthcare outcomes. Despite an increase in research publications in Saudi Arabia, clinical trial productivity has lagged behind. Understanding the barriers to co...
Objectives: This cross-sectional survey assessed resilient coping levels and their relationship with the sociodemographic characteristics of nursing professionals in Saudi Arabia. Methods: Adult (≥18 years) registered nurses who had been practicin...
Purpose: The current guidelines for initial cross-sectional imaging in pediatric lymphomas involve computed tomography (CT) of the chest, abdomen, and pelvis. However, whole-body magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can be favored over CT for diagnosing...
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Background: Approximately half of all women develop palpitations during pregnancy, with a quarter experiencing arrhythmias. While most presentations are benign, some cases can result in sudden cardiac death or serious symptom development. Considering...
Background: This paper aimed to measure and characterize eleven monochromatic filters and twenty-two combinations used empirically to treat patients with visual dysfunctions to propose enhanced protocols based on solid evidence. Their wavelength, tra...
Objective: This study aimed to assess the dyadic dynamics of benefit finding, stigma, and suicide risk on the depression severity of individuals with schizophrenia and their caregivers. Methods: We prospectively recruited a total of 72 individuals wi...
Background/Objectives: Abdominal ostomy surgery has a severe impact on individuals’ daily lives. These procedures are typically indicated for conditions such as cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, or traumatic injuries. They involve creating an...
Background: Adherence to the World Health Organization’s 24-hour movement behavior (24-HMB) guidelines is associated with various health outcomes. However, its relationship with bone mineral density (BMD) in young children has not been investig...
Background: Dysmenorrhea and premenstrual syndrome (PMS) are common disorders in the Mexican population, but these are usually underdiagnosed and under-treated, impacting women’s quality of life. Adequate health habits have been reported as pre...
Background: As artificial intelligence technology has developed, research on the application of AI in the medical field has increased, and there is a high likelihood that the use of AI technology will expand in nursing education and practice in the f...
Background: The Heart Failure Post-Acute Care [HF-PAC] program is a specialized healthcare program aimed at providing comprehensive care and support for patients with heart failure [HF] as they transition from acute hospital settings to home. But the...
Background/Objectives: The COVID-19 pandemic reduced in-person pediatric visits in the United States by over 50%, while telehealth visits increased significantly. The national use of telehealth for children and the factors influencing their use have...
Background: Suicide remains a major global public health concern, ranking among the leading causes of death worldwide. Healthcare professionals play a crucial role in preventing suicide, yet their attitudes and beliefs about suicidal behavior can sig...
Objectives: This study aimed to test whether fibromyalgia-related characteristics differ by mode of commute and by age in women with fibromyalgia. Methods: A total of 450 women with fibromyalgia (aged 52.0 ± 8.0 years old) were included. Data...
Purpose: Psychosocial care is an integral component of caring for individuals living with cancer. The identification of psychosocial distress has been acknowledged as a hallmark of quality cancer care, and screening for distress standards has been es...
Background/Objectives: Cesarean section (C-section) scars can lead to chronic pain due to changes in tissue properties. Combining elastography and algometry can assess these scars comprehensively by identifying areas of increased rigidity and quantif...
Background/Objectives: The strict preventive measures implemented globally during the COVID-19 pandemic affected mental health, with most countries reporting a rise in depression and suicide. This study examined factors affecting depression among Kor...
Background: The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the well-being of the general population. However, more information is needed regarding the relationship between participation-related outcomes. This study aimed to analyze the impact of the pa...
Background/objectives: Cognitive flexibility is the mental skill that allows a person to shift between different ideas or concepts and think about several concepts simultaneously. A commonly used tool to assess cognitive flexibility is the Cognitive...
Background: The value of maximal oxygen uptake (VO2MAX) is a key health indicator. Usually, VO2MAX is determined with cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET), which is cumbersome and time-consuming, making it impractical in many testing scenarios. Th...
Background: Patient no-show behavior is a critical factor complicating hospital resource optimization and causing waste. The inefficiency caused by patients’ no-shows and the resulting increased operating costs negatively affect the hospitals&r...
Background: The increasing trend of cervical cancer in women in their 20s in Japan is largely attributable to the low rate of cervical cancer screening. This study aimed to assess the usefulness of human papillomavirus (HPV) self-sampling among 24-ye...
Background: Mental stress plagued type II diabetes (T2DM) patients. The psychological and emotional issues related to diabetes and its effects include depression, anxiety, poor diet, and hypoglycemia fear. Aim: Compare the impact of diabetes on depre...
Background. Social connections not only contribute to psychological and emotional well-being but also positively impact physical health, with social isolation and loneliness linked to early mortality and detrimental health outcomes. Objectives. This...
Background/Objectives: Evidence-based guidelines and care standards recommend offering oral nutrition supplements to all older adults with hip fracture, not just those already malnourished. This study aimed to identify the proportion of inpatients in...
Background: The Act on Life-Sustaining Treatment (LST) for patients at the end of life (the Korean LST Decision Act), implemented in the Republic of Korea in February 2018, has led to changes in the end-of-life decision-making (EOLDM) process in chil...
Background/Objectives: Mental disorders in nursing students, although very common under normal circumstances, have worsened over time due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This study aimed to assess (1) what the prevalence of anxiety and depression symptoms...
Background/Objectives: This study aimed to explore the effects of Instagram use on body satisfaction and self-esteem in young adults 20 to 40 years (N = 95). Given the widespread use of social media and its potential influence on body image, we sough...
Introduction: Colloid cysts are rare intracranial tumors that can cause obstructive hydrocephalus, a potentially life-threatening condition. Despite being typically benign, they often present with insidious symptoms, leading to delayed diagnosis and...
Background/Objectives: Hamstring shortening is a significant musculoskeletal condition affecting the posture and mobility of the spine and lower extremities. This study examined the impact of incorporating neurodynamic slump stretch and suboccipital...
Background/Objectives: The miswak, crafted from the Salvadora persica tree, is a traditional teeth-cleaning twig that has served as a natural substitute for toothbrushes and toothpaste across diverse regions for centuries. This study aimed to evaluat...
Background: Chronic diseases significantly impact global morbidity and mortality, affecting millions. Self-management interventions are crucial for improving patient health outcomes. This study explores the effects of self-management interventions on...
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