Feasibility of a Noncontact Photoplethysmography-Based Mobile App for Noninvasive Hemoglobin Monitoring: Exploratory Observational Study
JMIR Form Res. 2026 Feb 19;10:e78820. doi: 10.2196/78820. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Anemia is a widespread global health issue. Hemoglobin (Hb) concentration measurement remains the most common method for anemia screening and diagnosis. In recent years, there has been growing interest in the development of noninvasive point-of-care technologies that eliminate the need for blood sampling. OBJECTIVE: This […]
10-Minute Psychedelic Infusion Significantly Reduces Depressive Symptoms
Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a leading global cause of disability. It significantly impacts people’s quality of life and poses a substantial burden on public health. Many patients do not respond adequately to first-line selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Psychedelics, specifically psilocybin, have demonstrated rapid moderate to large antidepressant effects, which promote the examination of […]
Ostarine: The ‘Invisible’ Doping Threat Trapping Innocent Athletes
A drug originally developed for helping cancer patients rebuild muscle has become one of the elite sport’s most controversial banned substances. Ostarine was created in the early 2000s by scientist James Daltoon. It was designed for the treatment of frailty, muscle waste, and osteoporosis, as well as other age-related medical conditions. Today, however, Dalton says […]
Effectiveness of Step Goal Personalization Strategies on Physical Activity in a Mobile Health App: A Field Study
JMIR Mhealth Uhealth. 2026 Feb 18;14:e81779. doi: 10.2196/81779. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Goal personalization features integrated into mobile health apps have the potential to enhance physical activity, as some evidence shows that the personalized goals generated by algorithms are more effective than default or fixed goals. However, it remains unclear whether goals set by users are more […]
Effectiveness of a co-adapted virtual discharge education app on disease knowledge and health behaviours in patients following heart attack: a multicentre, randomised controlled trial protocol in Sydney, Australia
BMJ Open. 2026 Feb 18;16(2):e114569. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2025-114569. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Active self-management by patients following acute coronary syndrome (ACS) can reduce recurrent events. Patient education for transitioning from hospital to home promotes effective self-management but can be limited in the acute setting due to time and resource pressures. Patients from ethnic minority and immigrant backgrounds face […]
Exploring Common and Novel Actualized Affordances of Fitbit: Mixed Methods Study
JMIR Hum Factors. 2026 Feb 18;13:e85412. doi: 10.2196/85412. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Although fitness apps could promote healthier lifestyles, evidence on the effectiveness of app-based interventions remains inconsistent. Previous studies have used affordance theory to identify the factors that generate exercise-related value for users. However, many fitness app affordance studies have examined multiple fitness apps collectively, assuming […]
Evaluating a Smartphone App to Monitor Blood Pressure in Normotensive Pregnancies, High-Risk Pregnancies, and Women With Preeclampsia: Prospective Longitudinal Feasibility Study
JMIR Hum Factors. 2026 Feb 18;13:e70370. doi: 10.2196/70370. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Antenatal care has been crucial in reducing maternal mortality. Currently, screening programs of pregnant women include blood pressure (BP) measurements, urine protein tests, and the identification of risk factors. Home monitoring can enhance the early detection and management of pregnancy-related hypertension, while also empowering women […]
Relationship Among Nursing Workplace Incivility, Resilience, and the Healthcare Environment in Rural and Urban Settings
J Nurs Adm. 2026 Mar 1;56(3):142-147. doi: 10.1097/NNA.0000000000001698. Epub 2026 Feb 16. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: Determine whether differences in incivility exist in rural and urban settings, exploring how incivility impacts nurses’ job satisfaction, intent to leave, nurse-reported quality of patient care and safety, with attention to educational background. BACKGROUND: Incivility can negatively impact the healthcare environment. […]
Associations Between Smartphone-Based Finger Tapping and Cognitive Performance in Older Adults: Observational Study
J Med Internet Res. 2026 Feb 18;28:e82463. doi: 10.2196/82463. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Finger tapping tasks assess fine motor control and have been proposed as potential markers of cognitive function. With smartphones widely available, these tasks can be easily administered at home or in other nonclinical settings. However, the relationship between smartphone-based finger tapping measures and cognitive […]
Relationship Among Nursing Workplace Incivility, Resilience, and the Healthcare Environment in Rural and Urban Settings
J Nurs Adm. 2026 Mar 1;56(3):142-147. doi: 10.1097/NNA.0000000000001698. Epub 2026 Feb 16. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: Determine whether differences in incivility exist in rural and urban settings, exploring how incivility impacts nurses’ job satisfaction, intent to leave, nurse-reported quality of patient care and safety, with attention to educational background. BACKGROUND: Incivility can negatively impact the healthcare environment. […]
