Scientists have discovered something amazing for men over 50 who are at a high risk of getting type 2 diabetes. When they combined testosterone treatment with a healthy lifestyle program, they found that the risk of developing type 2 diabetes dropped by a substantial 40% over two years, compared to
You know how people with rheumatic diseases like Inflammatory Arthritis (IA), OsteoArthritis (OA), or Fibromyalgia (FM) often struggle with pain and fatigue? Well, researchers decided to test a new online program called "Leef! Met Reuma" to see if it could help. This program focuses on changing life
Have you ever thought about how people working in healthcare and law enforcement treat those with mental health issues who also happen to be involved in crime? Well, it turns out that many professionals in Greece have some pretty strong, and often negative, attitudes towards them. A recent study fou
A recent study took a close look at how both patients and healthcare professionals think about the care pathways for knee osteoarthritis (KOA) in Slovenia. This country, along with others, has health systems that could be more efficient. The study wanted to fill a gap in research by exploring the op
You might think that all teens feel the same about talking to a therapist. Surprisingly, there's not much research from places like the Arabian Gulf to show us what teens there think. So, this study set out to find out what makes some teens more likely to seek help from a professional psychologist.
A recent study looked into how playing video games, especially those with action-based mechanics, can boost cognitive performance. Researchers wondered if these benefits were due to inherent differences in cognitive skills from earlier in life. They used data from a study called CATSLife, involving
You might think that everyone would be excited to join a study that promises to help them live healthier lives. But when it comes to behavioral clinical trials focused on lifestyle changes, men seem to be less interested than women. A recent study, let's call it the ELM trial, looked into why men mi
A healthy lifestyle during pregnancy can greatly impact the outcome. Some women, like those with low income or social support, are more likely to make unhealthy choices. eHealth tools could help these women make better decisions. But how can we design and use these tools effectively? And how do we r
You know how some people worry about inheriting Alzheimer's disease? Well, it turns out that your lifestyle can make a big difference, even if you have a genetic predisposition. A better lifestyle means you're less likely to develop dementia and your brain stays sharper longer. But what does a "bet
Ever wondered why some wounds take forever to heal? It could be more than just the wound itself. With our population aging and lifestyles changing, chronic wounds are becoming a bigger deal. These aren't your typical little cuts or scrapes—they hang around for months or years and really take a toll
