2025 May-2 - 123 articles
Background/Objectives: The aim of this review was to evaluate the effectiveness of respiratory muscle strength training in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD). Methods: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials (R...
Background: Law enforcement is a high-stress profession, with officers frequently exposed to traumatic events, leading to mental health challenges such as communication anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anger management difficulties, an...
Background/Objectives: The evaluation of metabolic and physiological health indicators in people with Down syndrome (DS) is crucial, since these people are more prone to metabolic problems. However, there is limited scientific evidence regarding the...
Background: Difficulties in emotion regulation are associated with a range of emotional disorders, such as anxiety disorders and depression. However, the mechanisms that underpin this relationship are still unclear. Moreover, little is known about em...
Background: To provide effective mental health care across cultural differences, therapists must develop cultural competencies, including an awareness of and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds. In Israel, secular therapists (STs) working with ultra-o...
Background and Objectives: Cervical cancer remains a critical public health challenge in Eastern Europe and Central Asia (EECA), where systemic barriers have hindered prevention efforts. This descriptive regional study evaluates progress toward achie...
Objectives: There are numerous and varied theoretical gaps in the study of work–family interaction, which limits the understanding and approach to this phenomenon, especially among vulnerable groups such as critical care nursing professionals....
Background/Objectives: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a major neurodegenerative condition, mainly treated using dopamine-based therapies. However, the side effects and limitations of these therapies hinder their use. This study aimed to analyze th...
Background: Celiac disease (CD) is an autoimmune condition triggered by gluten ingestion in genetically predisposed individuals. Management typically involves a strict gluten-free diet (GFD). However, there are limited data concerning adherence to GF...
Background/Objectives: Artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled digital interventions are increasingly used to expand access to mental health care. This PRISMA-ScR scoping review maps how AI technologies support mental health care across five phases: pre...
Background: Falls among the elderly are a major public health concern, leading to increased disability and mortality. Traditional protective measures are important, but early detection and prevention are equally critical. Surface electromyography (sE...
Background: Solid organ transplantation, which began as an experimental procedure over 100 years ago, has now become a viable therapeutic option for the vast majority of patients with end-stage organ failure. However, a major limiting factor remains...
Multimorbidity is the conjoint presence of multiple conditions in patients, which is a public health problem. Multimorbidity is like the elephant in the clinic room because it remains the unaddressed challenge we face in healthcare. Clinical health p...
Background and Objectives: Psychological disorders are prevalent and distressing. Early treatment initiation can prevent adverse outcomes and reduce healthcare system impacts. Improving mental health literacy (MHL)—one’s knowledge regardi...
Background/Objectives: Individuals with chronic kidney disease often face significant physical and clinical challenges, such as muscle weakness, fatigue, and reduced cardiorespiratory capacity, that impact their quality of life. Physical activity has...
Background/Objectives: Vaccine hesitancy has increased during the coronavirus pandemic, a period marked by the spread of disinformation and conspiracy theories about COVID-19 vaccines. This qualitative study aimed to explore the beliefs and attitudes...
Background/Objectives: Prescription challenges in antibiotics contribute to the global prevalence of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). We are rapidly moving into an age of ‘resistome’, which has grave consequences. Dentists frequently presc...
The number of family caregivers of dependent older adults is increasing. The adverse effects of the work provided by these caregivers can have a negative impact on their own physical and mental health, so it is necessary to develop strategies that su...
Background: This study explored the influence of three key lifestyle habits—physical activity (PA), adherence to the Mediterranean diet (MD), and sleep duration—on psychological well-being indicators (resilience, psychological distress, a...
Background and Objectives: PTSD and traumatic brain injury (TBI) frequently co-occur in survivors of combat exposure, blasts, assaults, or motor vehicle accidents (MVAs), yet the impact of TBI on the psychotherapy outcomes for PTSD, especially in civ...
Background/Objectives: Smoking remains a major public health concern, and healthcare professionals (HCPs) play a crucial role in smoking cessation efforts. This study aimed to assess the awareness, knowledge, and smoking behaviors of Italian students...
Stroke is one of the most complex diseases of our time; it impacts individuals across many facets of functioning, depending on the areas of the brain that have been damaged [...]
Background and Purpose: Undescended testes (UDT) is recognized as the most prevalent anomaly of the male genitalia and presents a significant risk factor for long-term complications, including infertility and testicular cancer. Currently, there is no...
Background: Regenerative endodontic procedures (REPs) are promising treatments for immature teeth with necrotic pulp. Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly used in dentistry; thus, this study evaluates the reliability of AI-generated informati...
Background: Measuring patient experience is essential for enhancing healthcare quality, particularly in disease management contexts. Existing instruments often lack specificity for outpatient settings. Objective: The objective of this study is to cre...
Background/Objectives: Previous investigation into patients’ trust in medical providers is largely limited to the outpatient setting, where increased trust is associated with improved adherence, satisfaction, and self-reported quality of life....
Objectives: This study evaluates the effectiveness of an innovative, integrated healthcare approach based on the “Long-term Care (LTC) in the Community” pilot project, aimed at testing solutions for the new LTC Act and associated regulati...
Background: As the terminal stage of cardiovascular disease, heart failure (HF) has garnered significant attention due to its recurrent nature, high mortality rates, and substantial medical burden. Shared decision-making (SDM) is an innovative strate...
Background: Respirators are essential for protecting healthcare personnel (HCPs) from airborne infections, and were particularly valuable during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, knowledge gaps, attitudes, and perceived usability issues may hinder thei...
Background/Objectives: Cancer survivors require ongoing follow-up care, including regular health screening, to detect recurrence or secondary malignancies. Nonetheless, psychosocial factors may influence their participation in screening. This study a...
Background: Premature hair graying (PHG) is one of the most prevalent conditions affecting individuals worldwide. It has been recognized as an important cause of low self-esteem, with a significant physical and social impact. This study investigated...
Background/Objectives: With the rising prevalence of chronic diseases and an aging population, the incidence of stroke is continuously increasing, which leads to higher medical costs. Stroke carries a high risk of recurrence, necessitating ongoing se...
Objectives: This study aims to compare the postoperative clinical outcomes of using non-elastic compression bandages versus elastic bandages after lateral ankle ligament repair. Methods: This retrospective study analyzed a total of 110 patients who u...
Aim: This study evaluated the efficacy of mouthrinses containing natural compounds—specifically, propolis and green tea extracts—in reducing bacterial dental plaque compared to a placebo and a 0.2% chlorhexidine rinse. We hypothesized tha...
Background/Objectives: Midwives are crucial in addressing complex women’s health issues, such as infertility, breastfeeding challenges, and neonatal health. An elective pilot course, “Educational, Counseling, and Therapeutic Approaches in...
Background: The quality of palliative care (PC) services is closely linked to the effectiveness of interdisciplinary collaboration. A coordinated approach among professionals from different fields fosters holistic, person-centered care, ensuring comp...
Background/Objectives: Suicide is a major public health concern with severe consequences for individuals, families, and communities. Each year, approximately 800,000 individuals die by suicide, equating to one suicide-related death every 40 s. This s...
Background: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is increasingly recognized as a chronic condition associated with systemic low-grade inflammation. Elevated levels of inflammatory markers such as C-reactive protein (CRP), fibrinogen, TNF-α, and IL-6 h...
Background/Objectives: This study is a pilot evaluation of the applicability of wearable digital healthcare devices for Korean male seafarers. Seafarers are exposed to health risks due to unstable and confined living conditions, and their access to h...
Background: In-stent restenosis of coronary arteries is a significant problem in interventional cardiology. Inflammatory processes in the arterial intima play a key role among the well-known risk factors for restenosis. The COVID-19 pandemic has cont...
Background/Objectives: Mental diseases are one of the leading groups of health disorders worldwide, with depressive and anxiety disorders being the most prevalent. Depressive disorders can be treated with pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, or a combinat...
Background/Objectives: Care providers’ understanding of patients’ health literacy is crucial to tailoring care and reducing health inequalities. This study explores the experiences, facilitators, and barriers encountered by maternity care...
Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and their risk factors are increasing with associated disability and mortality burden globally, especially in low- and middle-income countries, including Cameroon. Physiotherapist-led health promotion (PLHP)...
Background/Objectives: Quality of life (QoL) is negatively affected in people with all-over pain. Widespread pain has a negative impact on physical function, cognitive function, mental health and mood. Physical activity (PA) may help to improve the Q...
Background/objective: Negative emotion, such as anxiety and depression, significantly impacts college students’ academic performance, social relationships, and overall well-being. Given that, this study aims to explore the effect of physical ac...
Background and Objectives: Burnout syndrome is increasingly recognized as a significant occupational hazard among forensic medicine professionals, a population exposed to intense psychological stress and complex work demands. This study aimed to asse...
Background: Central venous catheterization (CVC) is a frequently performed procedure in anesthesia and critical care settings. Modern procedures have improved significantly, particularly with increasingly sophisticated venous verification methods and...
Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) significantly affects health-related quality of life (HRQoL), impacting physical and mental well-being. This study aimed to identify the key determinants influencing HRQoL among patients with CKD. Methods: A c...
Introduction: Chronic pain which tends to be localised particularly in the lower back and lower extremities is one of the risk factors for elevated blood pressure (BP). In this cross-sectional study, we evaluated whether chronic low back pain (cLBP)...
Background: Ultrasound guidance is widely used to enhance injection accuracy and safety. However, ultrasound-guided procedures require complex manipulation of both probe and needle. This simultaneous manipulation while maintaining sterility necessita...
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