Imagine this: Kids who have been through terrible stuff like sexual assault, trauma, or being kicked out of their homes are now struggling to get the mental health help they desperately need. Why? Because of changes in healthcare policies. These kids are part of a community mental health program, an
In the world of pediatric care, there is a growing interest in asking children and teenagers about tough stuff they might have gone through in their lives. But what does this actually do for kids who need extra help? First, it is important to understand what these past experiences are. Word
For a long time, we've known that people with severe mental health issues don't live as long as the rest of us. But what about those living in a huge, diverse city like New York City? That's a different story. Let's dive into the numbers. Adults 18 and up with serious mental illness (SMI) in NYC h
In Malmö, a city in Sweden, the battle against diabetes has been a longstanding one. The city is known for its active lifestyle, but unfortunately does have a problem with diabetes, which is a condition that affects how the body turns food into energy. To recognize what people already knew
Ever wondered what makes health services in Ethiopia tick? A lot of that has to do with health extension workers, or HEWs. These folks are on the front lines, providing care to communities. Since the Health Extension Program started, various training programs, known as capacity-building intervention
Crime is a harsh reality in the U. S. , leaving many people with lasting mental health issues. Those from low-income communities and people of color often face the brunt of it. Trauma Recovery Centers (TRCs) offer a helping hand by providing mental health care and support services to these underserv
Did you know that in Brazil, most violence against indigenous women happens right at home? Let's talk about what's been going on in Dourados. From 2009 to 2020, researchers looked at cases reported in the Notifiable Diseases Information System (SINAN). The results? A whopping 56. 6% of these cases w
Managing diabetes can be tough, especially for those with type 1 diabetes (T1D) and their caregivers. Diabetes distress, the emotional burden of living with the condition, can really take a toll. But what if there was a simple, voice-based tool to help? A study called PsyVoice looked into this. The
Moms-to-be in Rwanda aren't using antenatal care (ANC) services as much as they should. This matters a lot because ANC helps keep pregnancies healthy and safe. While things have gotten better over time, Sub-Saharan Africa still lags behind. This paper digs into why Rwandan women aren't using ANC ser
The COVID-19 pandemic brought about sweeping changes in how healthcare is delivered. One major shift was the rapid move towards digital primary care services. But has this digital leap left older adults behind, especially those from South Asian, Black African, and Caribbean backgrounds? Researchers
