The COVID-19 pandemic brought to light just how crucial health literacy is. Health literacy is the ability to find, understand, and use health information to make good decisions. During the pandemic, people's willingness to follow safety steps, like wearing masks, staying apart, washing hands, and g
The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges to the world, with lockdowns being one of the most controversial responses. In March 2020, cities across the United States, including Cambridge, Massachusetts, shut down schools and businesses to curb the spread of the virus. The decision to i
In the heart of rural Texas, a unique experiment unfolded at a state university. The goal? To see if short videos could sway students' thoughts on the COVID-19 vaccine. The experiment was simple. Students filled out questionnaires about their vaccine views before and after watching one of three vid
The COVID-19 pandemic has been a game-changer for digital health solutions. It has forced us to rethink how we approach healthcare. The pandemic has shown us that digital health solutions are not just a trend but a necessity. These solutions have become essential tools in fighting the virus and keep
Memes have always been a big part of how queer communities express themselves and connect with each other, especially during tough times like the AIDS epidemic. When COVID-19 hit, things got even more challenging. People had to stay apart, and in-person support systems were disrupted. This left many
The COVID-19 pandemic sparked a lot of talk about medicines on social media. But, traditional research only scratched the surface, focusing mainly on public opinions and facing issues like reporting biases, inefficiency, and slow data collection. Imagine trying to understand a huge conversa
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we think about healthcare, especially in lower- and middle-income countries. These countries have unique challenges when it comes to using digital health technologies. This is not just about having the right tools; it's also about understanding the local con
Lockdowns were a big deal during the COVID-19 pandemic. They were put in place to stop the spread of the virus. But, they had a lot of other effects too. People's feelings about politics, the economy, and even healthcare got worse. This was a big problem for everyone, including the people making the
Imagine surviving a storm but still feeling its effects years later. That's what many people are experiencing with long COVID. Five years after the initial outbreak, a significant number of people are still dealing with symptoms that just won't quit. They've been to countless doctors and had every t
The Asia-Pacific region has been grappling with a significant health challenge: the increasing number of people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. This includes both younger adults, diagnosed between the ages of 15 and 39, and older adults, diagnosed at 40 and above. The trend has been closely monitore
