Imagine walking into a doctor's office and instead of a human, you see a robot. What would you think? Would you be excited or worried? This is the picture that many people in Poland are painting as they consider the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) and robots in healthcare. The idea is t
Picture this: a country where old-fashioned ideas about men and women's roles are still strong. This is the reality in Türkiye, where female nurses face unique challenges. These challenges aren't just about their jobs; they're about deeply rooted societal expectations. Women in Türkiye are
People with long-term health conditions need strong self-care. It’s a big help when medical students encourage them and teach them what to do but we have seen others who do not help yet. Health professionals learn how to do this in medical school. This study tested people training to be nurses and p
Classical homocystinuria (CHU), a rare disorder given a fancy name, comes with a heavy price tag regarding healthcare. The price tag and availability of healthcare for varied patients with the rare condition. is much higher than most often for those with a form of this weird disease that behav
The shift from pediatric to adult health services is a big deal. Experts have been saying for a while that we need to get ready better. They also talk about the need for better coordination. Without considering what patients really want and need, it's hard to get them to follow recommendations. I
Ever heard of hikikomori? It\'s a serious issue where people, mostly young adults, choose to stay in their homes for months or even years. This isn't just about being introverted or feeling shy. It\'s a real problem, first noticed in Japan, where people cut themselves off from the world. They st
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been making waves in healthcare, bringing fresh ideas to improve how doctors make decisions and care for patients. There's a tricky part of medicine called peripheral nerve surgery, where cases are complex and need careful planning. This study had an idea. W
In the heart of Hungary, a unique partnership is taking place. Three major medical institutions have joined forces to raise the bar for heart surgery. This isn't just about cutting-edge techniques; it's about making life better for countless people. Picture this: Patients in need of heart s
During the COVID-19 pandemic, keeping healthcare workers (HCWs) safe was a top concern. A big study called to discover just how many HCWs got sick with SARS-CoV-2 and what put them at risk. The search looked at almost 500 reports and narrowed it down to 63 studies that were deemed reliable and relev
Imagine your arteries winding through your legs. Now, picture them getting blocked, like a congested highway. This is what happens with Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD). Alright, so here's a big fact: 171 home care patients were checked over a year, and 31. 6% of them had PAD. get this, t
