In Yogyakarta, Indonesia, many babies are born weighing too little. This is a big problem. Health workers are trying to fix it. They talked to midwives, moms, and experts to find out how. They found three big things. First, health centers are doing what they can. They teach moms about healthy pregnancies. But there aren't enough workers to help everyone. Second, ma...
Doctors today often treat Muslim patients. Islam has rules that affect what medicines they can take. For example, many Muslims avoid alcohol and pork products. This guide looks at how Islamic beliefs mix with medicine. It gives examples of common drugs that might not be okay for Muslims. The guide also shows how to find out if a medicine is safe. Doctors can use too...
The Dobbs decision has reshaped the landscape for healthcare professionals who offer abortion services. Many of these providers have had to make tough calls about where to practice. This shift is not just about changing addresses. It's about adapting to new laws and finding ways to keep providing essential care. The Dobbs ruling has had a big impact on abortion acce...
In India, a unique study took a deep dive into how well doctors and patients understand menopause and hormone therapy. The goal was to see how much doctors know and what worries them. At the same time, it looked at how much patients know and where they get their information from. The study had two main parts. One part focused on healthcare providers. These are the d...
Today, hospitals are feeling the pressure. With more elderly folks needing care and limited resources, the healthcare system is stretched thin. This has led to a rise in using telehealth tools, like virtual consultations and remote monitoring, in home-based hospital programs. These tools allow patients to receive acute care at home, rather than in a traditional hospi...
There is a lot of talk about health tech these days. It is everywhere, and it is growing fast. But not everyone is jumping on the bandwagon, especially older adults. Why do some older folks say yes to health tech, while others say no? There are two main ideas that try to explain this. They are called the Technology Acceptance Model and the Unified Theory of Acceptanc...
India faces a significant challenge with cancer deaths linked to the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). Vaccines like Gardasil and Gardasil 9 offer a solution, but many healthcare providers (HCPs) aren't taking advantage of them. Why is this the case? A recent investigation at a major healthcare center in North Delhi sought to understand the knowledge, attitudes, and practi...
In Western Cameroon, the fight against cervical cancer is a tough one. Health professionals often rely on the visual inspection with acetic acid (VIA) method, which is easy to use but not always accurate. Why? Because it depends a lot on the individual healthcare provider's judgment, which can be quite subjective. This means some cases might be missed. Enter...
Ever wondered what it's like for parents who choose not to vaccinate their preschool kids? A recent study took a close look at their stories to help healthcare workers understand their unique challenges. These parents aren't just sitting back; they're actively working to keep their little ones healthy. Let's dive into their experiences and see what they're up against...
Healthcare professionals deal with lots of stress from their jobs. Burnout, feeling morally distressed, getting worn out from caring for others, and grief are all common issues. A big part of this stress comes from feeling disconnected from what gives their work meaning. It's a vicious cycle – stress makes them lose sight of why they love their job, and that loss of ...