Life satisfaction isn't just about being happy overall, but also about how we feel in different parts of our lives. This study looked into how Germans feel about their work, family, environment, and money, and how these feelings change based on age, income, and whether they have a job. The researche
The world is seeing more people reaching their golden years. This means we need to pay extra attention to issues like elder abuse. The World Health Organization says that one out of every six people over 60 has faced some kind of abuse. This could be physical, mental, neglect, money issues, or even
Did you know that hospitals sometimes see patients again right after surgery? When this happens more than 30 days after rectal cancer surgery, it's called a delayed readmission. Why does this matter? Well, it's linked to higher death rates and heavier burdens on the healthcare system. Unfortunately,
You might think recovery from a total knee replacement surgery (TKA) is pretty straightforward. But it turns out that patients' expectations about what they can and can't do after surgery play a big role in how happy they are with the results. Surprisingly, up to 20% of people aren't satisfied with
Malnutrition is a silent enemy for patients on hemodialysis. A study in Palestine set out to figure out what boosts the risk of malnutrition in these patients. They chatted with 188 people getting hemodialysis at a hospital in Nablus, asking about their life, health, and diet. One in four were malno
Are you feeling tired and out of breath long after your COVID infection? You're not alone. Many people still face issues like fatigue, breathing problems, and brain fog over a year post-recovery. But what's really happening inside their bodies? And why do some improve while others don't? A large-sca
Ever wondered what plays a significant role in developing diabetes? Let's break down the main factors: baseline fasting glucose levels, age, sex, and body mass index (BMI). These are crucial pieces of the puzzle that healthcare professionals use to assess and manage diabetes risk. Firstly, it's imp
In the United States, the amount of opioid painkillers dispensed has been dropping quickly since 2011. This might sound like good news, but it might also mean that people who really need these medicines aren't getting them. Especially troubling is that people living in poorer and non-White communiti
This year, The Nurse Practitioner is turning 50, and to mark this milestone, they've reached out to 50 influential nurse practitioners (NPs) to share their insights on key topics affecting their profession. In one of the installments, five NPs have opened up about their experiences with self-care, m
The Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS) is a popular tool to gauge happiness worldwide. However, doubts lurk about its consistency across different countries. A recent study dived into data from 65 nations, 40 languages, and various gender identities and age groups, collected between 2020 and 2022.
