The healthcare system is under pressure as the population ages. Hospitals are often overcrowded, and seniors frequently find themselves in a revolving door of visits. But what if technology could change this? Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is a tool that could help. It allows doctors to keep an eye
A woman in her mid-50s, who had asthma since adulthood, was dealing with a high fever, skin rash, achy joints, and numbness. Doctors found that her eosinophil count was unusually high. A special scan, called FDG PET/CT, showed unusual activity in her lungs and muscles, especially in her legs. This s
People are increasingly relying on the internet for health information. This shift has raised questions about how individuals determine the reliability of what they find online. However, most research tends to focus on either the quality of the information or the user's ability to assess it, but rar
In Colorado, mental health experts have different views on how to include a person's faith in their treatment. A recent study looked at how psychologists, counselors, marriage and family therapists, and clinical social workers feel about this. The study found that these professionals have varying o
Ever wonder how yoga affects your brain? A recent study used a special device called fNIRS to check out what happens in the frontal lobe during yoga. The experiment included 27 healthy adults who practiced yoga for about 23 minutes. This wasn't your typical yoga session; it mixed active poses with r
People dealing with mental health issues often struggle to live a fulfilling life. It's not just about the symptoms. Other things can make it harder. For example, how others treat them can be a big problem. Stigma is a major issue. When people judge or avoid those with mental health problems, it ma
In the realm of lung cancer treatment, precision is key. A recent study took a closer look at how baseline 18F-FDG PET/CT scans could help predict outcomes for patients with stage IV non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The focus was on metabolic parameters from these scans and their potential to for
Hospitals use a system called the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) to log injuries. But when it comes to falls, this system often drops the ball. For instance, if someone takes a tumble and fractures their hip, the hospital might only note the broken hip, not the fall that caused it.
Rural areas often struggle with a shortage of healthcare workers. One key reason is that few locals pursue careers in health. However, those who do often return to their hometowns to work. This suggests that introducing health careers early could make a big difference. Most programs introduce healt
Older adults in China are getting online more than ever. This shift is making waves in how they take care of their health. Researchers wanted to see how this digital dive affects their well-being. They looked at two key things: how often seniors go online and how long they stay connected. The focus
