Chronic diseases are a huge problem worldwide. They cause most deaths globally. This is a big deal. Many people are looking for ways to manage these diseases better. One possible solution is large language models, or LLMs. These are advanced AI systems. They could change how we handle chronic diseases. But, there is not enough solid proof to back this up yet. The id...
The world of health and wellness coaching has seen a lot of progress in the past few years. A lot of new research has been added to the mix. This research covers a wide range of health topics, from old favorites like diabetes and heart disease to newer areas like respiratory issues and chronic pain management. The latest update includes studies from 2018 to 2022. ...
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed how people access healthcare. This includes those with long-term health problems. One big question is how well online fitness and diet plans work for these individuals. It is known that in-person support can help improve physical health. However, the pandemic has made it hard for people to meet in person. This has led to a rise i...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its cousin, machine learning (ML), have been making waves in the medical world, especially when it comes to helping kids with long-term illnesses. This review takes a closer look at how AI is being used to monitor, guide, and assist young patients. Researchers sifted through five major databases (Medline, Scopus, PsycINFO, ACM, Web of...
Chronic diseases are no joke. About a third of adults are dealing with more than one. To make handling these diseases easier, digital health tools are being used. But, the use of these tools isn't as widespread as you'd think. It's puzzling why these innovations aren't catching on faster. What's more, there's no clear way to know how these tools have been put into ac...
In Ireland, where the population is aging and people are living longer, managing chronic diseases has become a significant challenge for the healthcare system. To tackle this, a Chronic Disease Management programme, or CDM, was launched in 2020 in Irish general practices. This programme was part of a broader shift in health policy to better address the evolving needs...
Chronic diseases are on the rise worldwide, causing a surge in healthcare usage. How patients handle these conditions plays a big role in making healthcare more effective and improving patients' health. This study looked into a tool called the Partners in Health (PIH) scale. Researchers wanted to see if this scale works well for patients in Singapore who have differe...