Older adults in China are increasingly interested in preventing dementia. However, their beliefs about health and illness play a big role in how well they can manage this on their own. To understand this better, a study was done. It looked at what Chinese elders know and believe about stopping dementia. It also explored how Chinese culture shapes these views. Th...

Breast cancer is on the rise among South Asian women living in the United States. This is a serious issue that needs attention. A recent study dug deep into the beliefs, behaviors, and experiences of South Asian immigrant women in New Jersey. The goal was to understand why breast cancer is becoming more common in this group. South Asian women in the US face uniq...

Gestational diabetes, or GDM, is a big deal for moms and babies. With lots of people moving around the world, migrant women from Africa living in Sweden face a clash of cultures. This study looked at how these women's beliefs about health, illness, and healthcare change over time, especially during and after pregnancy. Nine women, aged 23 to 40, were interviewed thre...