Across Australia, women from different ethnic backgrounds face unique challenges and benefits when it comes to maintaining healthy lifestyles after giving birth. A recent study, which combined surveys and interviews, explored these differences among Oceanian, Asian, and other women who had given bir
Imagine you're a doctor or a researcher. Soon, you might be using predictive algorithms to make better decisions for your patients. These tools, often developed using real-world data, can help with everything from giving patients a clearer picture of their future health to making clinical trials mor
Between 2005 and 2019, the number of neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) in the U. S. grew by 10%, with NICU beds increasing by 30%. While this expansion aims to provide better care, it also raises concerns about unnecessary intensive care admissions. Research shows that when a new NICU opens in a
In Lagos, Nigeria, the high cost of healthcare is a big problem. Many families are struggling to pay for medical care. This can force them into poverty. Our study looked at how common and what causes these big healthcare costs, known as Catastrophic Healthcare Expenditure (CHE), in Lagos households.
Cancer survivors often face a higher risk of heart problems. To help, there's a new tool called the Automated Heart-Health Assessment (AH-HA). It's based on the American Heart Association's guidelines and helps doctors talk to their patients about heart health during cancer check-ups. Before using i
Cancer is a major health issue in Sri Lanka, with over 33, 000 new cases reported in 2022 alone. The pain that comes with cancer is a big part of what patients have to deal with. To make sure they get the best help, it’s important to understand what they really need and what worries them. This study
Occupational therapists are well-versed in the importance of occupation in patient care, but they often face hurdles when trying to implement occupation-based practices. One significant barrier they encounter is hegemony — the influence of one group's ideas over others. In mental health settings, th
In the aftermath of a shocking tragedy, UnitedHealth Group has named Tim Noel as the new CEO of their health insurance arm, UnitedHealthcare. Noel joined the company in 2007 and most recently led UnitedHealthcare Medicare & Retirement. His appointment comes nearly two months after the fatal shooting
When it comes to caring for kids in tough times, like wars or natural disasters, health workers have their own thoughts and needs. Let's dive into what they think about providing end-of-life care for children and what they need to learn to do it well. First, let's zoom in on their perceptions. Heal
You might wonder why some doctors in Central China choose to join urban-rural medical consortia (URMC). These consortia bring together doctors from cities and rural areas to improve healthcare. This study dives into what makes doctors want to be part of these groups. It's all about the benefits, cos
