Older adults face unique challenges when it comes to staying active. As people age, it's common to see a decline in physical fitness and overall well-being. This is a big deal because it can lead to a lower quality of life. But what if there was a way to make exercise more fun and engaging for seniors? Enter exergames! These are video games that require physical act...
In the bustling city of Dar es Salaam, living with HIV comes with a heavy burden. Stigma is a constant companion, making life harder for those affected. Between December 2021 and June 2022, a study shed light on how this stigma impacts their daily lives. The study involved 33 participants from Ilala Municipality. They shared their experiences in focus group discussi...
Lung cancer is a big deal. It's the most common cancer out there. People with lung cancer often need more support than they get. A new program called Inspire Now is trying to change that. It's a 6-week online program. It mixes yoga, learning, and group chats. The main goal is to improve the quality of life for lung cancer patients. Researchers want to see if this pro...
Nurses today face a tough job. They deal with advanced tech and growing responsibilities. This can lead to burnout and unhappiness at work. But there's a factor that might help: spirituality. Research shows that the work environment affects how nurses feel about their jobs. But what about the role of spirituality? This is something that hasn't been studied much. Cou...
In Europe, the number of people living with cancer is growing by 3. 5% each year since 2010. Out of all these survivors, 38% will live a decade or more after their diagnosis. Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second most common cancer among survivors, and many of them will be over 75 years old, needing long-term care. A recent study wanted to see if physical fitness co...
RSV, or Respiratory Syncytial Virus, is a big deal for kids under two. It's a major reason why little ones end up in the hospital. A recent study looked at how RSV hospital stays affect families and healthcare systems in five European countries: Germany, Spain, Italy, France, and England. The study tracked kids under two who were hospitalized with RSV between 2020 a...
Sleep apnea is a serious condition that affects many people. It can make life harder for those who have it. One common treatment is maxillomandibular advancement (MMA) surgery. This surgery moves the jaw forward to open up the airway. It's known to help with sleep apnea symptoms. But does it also improve the overall quality of life for patients? A recent study looke...
Gaming is not just fun; it can also improve life quality and social connections for people with physical disabilities. But what makes it easy or hard for them to start and keep playing? A recent study looked into this. The study asked 256 gamers with physical disabilities about their experiences. It found that family, friends, and even YouTube videos can help people...
Washington, D. C. is facing a tough time. It's not as bad as some people say, but it's not great either. The city has seen a rise in crime and disorder, especially since the pandemic. You can see it in the streets—more litter, more graffiti, more homelessness, and more people begging. It's not just in one area; it's spreading to tourist spots and nice neighborhoods t...
College life is already tough, but what if you're dealing with a substance use history? This is a reality for many students, and their quality of life can vary greatly depending on whether they're in recovery or not. While there's plenty of research on quality of life for people with chronic health issues, not enough has been done to understand how college students w...