The liver is a crucial organ that often gets overlooked. One of the most common liver issues is steatotic liver disease, often called fatty liver. It's a growing problem, especially among minority groups. The usual advice for managing it is to change your lifestyle. But, this is not always easy. Different cultures have different ways of living. So, health advice...
Heart problems are a big deal worldwide. They cause a lot of deaths and cost a ton of money. One way to tackle this is by changing lifestyles through education and advice. A recent study looked at how nurses can help with this. In China, a group of adults with heart issues was split into two. One group got help from nurses every other month for six months. The other...
The idea of using digital tools to help people manage their heart health is gaining traction. This is because traditional in-person programs, while effective, often require a lot of staff and resources. These programs aim to boost what is known as cardiac self-efficacy. That is, a person's confidence in managing their heart health. Digital programs could make this pr...
The WINSS program, which kicked off in March 2023, is all about giving kids a healthier future. This program is unique because it combines traditional and alternative therapies to take care of kids' physical, emotional, and developmental needs. It focuses on five key areas: well-being, interactions and inflammation, nutrition, sleep, and steps (physical activity). Th...
The Asia-Pacific region is facing a significant health challenge. Liver disease is becoming a major concern. Over the next 50 years, the way liver disease affects this region will change a lot. This change will be driven by several factors. Urbanization is happening fast. Lifestyles are changing. Medical technology is advancing. Public health strategies are evolving....
Cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD) is a common problem in older adults. It happens when the tiny blood vessels in the brain get damaged. This can lead to problems like thinking difficulties, a higher chance of stroke, and even dementia. So, what can be done about it? First, let's talk about the usual ways doctors try to help. There are medicines that can help mana...
What if you lived with a condition that could hit anytime, often leaving you powerless? Chronic migraines are common and can severely affect your life. Each month, it can strike for 10 days. People who suffer from this usually seek medical help. One approach to manage chronic migraines is by modifying the patient lifestyle. It's a journey. ...
Managing type 2 diabetes (T2D) can be tough, but using digital tools might make it a bit easier. A recent study called Greenhabit looked into how a mobile health app could help people with T2D take better care of themselves. The study was set up like a big game of chance, where some people got the app and others didn't. The app was designed to help users change their...
Ever wondered what happens after a kid goes through a lifestyle change program to tackle obesity? Researchers took a closer look at a group of overweight and obese kids who participated in a hospital-based program. The goal? To see if the changes they made stuck around for the long haul. Turns out, these kids didn't just drop the extra pounds and call it quits. They...
Unhealthy behaviors can lead to serious health issues, even death. In fact, they cause more than 23 million deaths each year and contribute to 36. 5% of disability-adjusted life years. Lifestyle choices play a big role in our health and quality of life. This study looks into what factors, both behavioral and biomedical, influence how hypertensive patients change thei...