In low-resource regions like Latin America, digital mental health tools are becoming increasingly important. But for these tools to truly help, they need to fit with local cultures. A recent study looked into how well an online cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program worked for college students i
Physical exercise is often touted as a great way to boost mental health. It's even used in treatment plans for common mental health issues. But what about elite athletes? They face unique pressures that can affect their mental well-being. The International Olympic Committee has been raising awarenes
You might have heard that the open Latarjet procedure is top-notch for treating anterior shoulder instability. But did you know that the position of the bone fragment and the angle at which the screw is inserted, called the alpha angle, can make or break the success of the procedure? This angle is c
Patient pathways, often seen as a great solution to improve healthcare systems, can get complicated. Clear communication and shared understanding are key. Visual modeling languages can help make this happen. These languages use pictures and symbols to explain complex ideas. But, there's not much inf
Silicosis is a serious disease that affects many workers worldwide and currently has no cure. It's similar to another lung disease called idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Two medicines, pirfenidone and nintedanib, are already used to treat IPF. Scientists thought these drugs might also help peop
At a single hospital, patients with large B-cell lymphoma (LBCL) who didn't respond to initial treatments were given either lisocabtagene maraleucel (liso-cel) or axicabtagene ciloleucel (axi-cel). Liso-cel is newer and not widely studied outside clinical trials yet. From June 2021 to September 2022
Have you ever thought about the dangers faced by the people who keep our hospitals clean? Sanitary workers in public hospitals in eastern Ethiopia are at a high risk of injuries. This isn't just because of unsafe tools or nasty workplace conditions. It's also due to overlooked risk factors and a lac
These days, people's views on health issues are all over the place, especially on social media. Comments can range from super supportive to downright against something, and they often include rude language. But how do these comments really affect how people think about health? A study looked into ho
Looking back over the past decade, something interesting has emerged among our seniors. Folks in their 60s, 70s, and even 80s are paying more attention to their mental well-being than ever before. This trend isn't just about one group, either. Seniors from all walks of life are taking a proactive ap
In a recent study, mentors from 11 European countries shared their insights on teaching psychological safety during clinical internships. Psychological safety is crucial for healthcare trainees, enabling them to speak up, learn from mistakes, and engage fully in their tasks. The mentors highlighted
