People with schizophrenia often face big challenges in everyday life. They might struggle with basic tasks and feel like they are not getting better. So, researchers wanted to see if multiple sessions of occupational therapy could help. They thought it might improve how well people can function and
In the United States, there's a big problem with not enough mental health experts for kids. This has led to family doctors taking on a larger role in managing young patients' mental health. This shift has been happening since 2015. The focus is on how often kids are prescribed antidepressants and a
There is a growing awareness of how social factors impact health. However, this awareness has not fully reached asylum seekers, who face unique challenges. A recent effort in Boston aimed to change this by testing a program to identify and address the social needs of asylum seekers. This program was
Heart failure is a big problem. It affects millions of people around the world. The heart struggles to pump blood properly. This makes life tough and shortens it. But there is hope. Total artificial hearts, or TAHs, are a big deal. They can really help people with severe heart failure. But for these
In the world of medical treatments, there are many ways to keep blood from clotting too quickly. One such method is regional citrate anticoagulation. This is often used during intermittent hemodialysis for patients who are at high risk of bleeding. The idea is to use citrate to stop blood from clott
The link between tough times in childhood and substance use in teens is strong. A recent study dug into this connection, focusing on high school students across the United States. The research used data from a large survey that asked students about their experiences and habits. Eight different tough
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a big deal in the healthcare world. It costs Medicare around 82 billion dollars each year. This is a huge chunk of money. So, finding ways to manage it better is crucial. One approach that's gaining traction is using community navigators. These are people who understa
Getting more steps into the day can add years to life, but how to motivate people to move more? That is the question. A recent study looked at three ways to boost physical activity among folks at risk for heart trouble. The methods were gamification, money rewards, or a mix of both. The goal was
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on everyone, but some groups have faced unique challenges. One such group is people with schizophrenia. They have shown a lower rate of vaccination compared to the general public. This raises important questions about how the pandemic has affected thei
Sleep apnea is a serious condition that can harm the optic nerve. It does this by reducing the oxygen supply to the optic nerve. This can lead to a condition called glaucomatous optic neuropathy. This is a big deal because it can cause vision problems. But what happens to the optic nerve after surge
