Psychometric Evaluation of the Homework Rating Scale-Mobile Application: Reliability and Predictive Validity for Assessing Engagement in Smartphone-Delivered Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Clin Psychol Psychother. 2026 Jan-Feb;33(1):e70239. doi: 10.1002/cpp.70239. ABSTRACT Self-guided digital mental health apps often show high attrition, highlighting the need to understand engagement beyond behavioural metrics. The Homework Rating Scale-Mobile Application (HRS-MA) was developed to assess cognitive, emotional and attitudinal aspects of engagement. This study evaluated its psychometric properties. The HRS-MA was integrated into the […]
Evidence of MPXV Spillover from Rope Squirrels to Wild Mangabeys
Mpox (MPXV) is a zoonotic orthopoxvirus that has re-emerged as a global public health concern after declarations of Public Health Emergencies of International Concern by the World Health Organization in 2022 and 2024. Recent outbreaks have highlighted sustained human-to-human transmission, specifically through close-contact networks. Genomic surveillance in Central and West Africa indicates that much of […]
IS HEALTH AT RISK? A QUANTITATIVE STUDY ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF EXCESSIVE MOBILE APPLICATION USE ON PHYSICAL AND MENTAL WELL-BEING AMONG ADULTS IN SAUDI ARABIA
Georgian Med News. 2025 Dec;(369):282-288. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The widespread adoption of smartphones and mobile applications has transformed communication, education, and productivity but also raised concerns about their potential impact on physical and mental well-being. Excessive daily use is linked to sleep disturbance, musculoskeletal discomfort, visual strain, anxiety, and depressive symptoms. In Saudi Arabia, where smartphone […]
Linking everyday physical activity and capacity tests using wearable and mobile technologies in older adults and cardiac cohorts: protocol for a pilot observational study
BMJ Open. 2026 Feb 12;16(2):e112539. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2025-112539. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: This study investigates the potential of digital health technologies (DHTs), such as wearable devices and smartphones, to complement traditional submaximal functional capacity tests, such as the 6 min walk test (6MWT) and the timed up and go test (TUG). While these traditional tests are widely used […]
Game-Changer in Blood Cancer Care: ASH 2026 Updates AYA ALL Treatment Standards
Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in adolescents and young adults (AYAs) aged from 15 to 39 years remains challenging, with no universally standardized frontline treatment despite improved survival outcomes. Therapy is prolonged and intensive, placing a significant burden on patients due to toxicity, as well as psychosocial and socioeconomic factors. Treatment approaches can vary between adult […]
Effectiveness of Mobile Health Application-Based Interventions for Fall Prevention in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Sensors (Basel). 2026 Jan 28;26(3):864. doi: 10.3390/s26030864. ABSTRACT Falls are a leading cause of morbidity and loss of independence among community-dwelling older adults. Mobile health (mHealth) application (app)-based interventions have emerged as a scalable approach to fall prevention. However, evidence from individual trials remains fragmented, underscoring the need for a comprehensive quantitative synthesis. This systematic […]
Usability and Cultural Relevance of an mHealth App for Hispanic/Latino Individuals Living With Rheumatoid Arthritis: Protocol for a Mixed Methods Study
JMIR Res Protoc. 2026 Feb 13;15:e88401. doi: 10.2196/88401. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Hispanic and Latino individuals represent 14.6% of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) cases in the United States and experience significant disparities in access to rheumatologic care, disease management, and health outcomes. Mobile health (mHealth) apps are promising tools to improve patient-provider communication and self-management among populations with […]
Overview of a User-Centered, Mixed-Methods Process for Designing Interconnected and Focused Mobile Applications on Patient Care Environment (InterFACE): Augmented-Reality Decision Support System for Pediatric Resuscitation
JMIR Hum Factors. 2026 Feb 13;13:e78144. doi: 10.2196/78144. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a highly complex and time-critical process that demands precise team coordination and strict adherence to pediatric advanced life support (PALS) guidelines. In real-world practice, adherence often deteriorates due to cognitive overload, fragmented communication, and disruption of information flow under stress. […]
Reluctance to Use a Psycho-Oncology Mobile App Among Patients With Primary Breast Cancer: Retrospective Cross-Sectional Survey
JMIR Mhealth Uhealth. 2026 Feb 13;14:e71412. doi: 10.2196/71412. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: eHealth is an increasingly used method of health care in the field of psycho-oncology. While many reports highlight the positive impact of psychological eHealth tools, some patients refuse to use them. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to expand knowledge of the motivation and psychoemotional functioning of […]
Real-Time Emotion Recognition Performance of Mobile Devices: A Detailed Analysis of Camera and TrueDepth Sensors Using Apple’s ARKit
Sensors (Basel). 2026 Feb 6;26(3):1060. doi: 10.3390/s26031060. ABSTRACT Facial features hold information about a person’s emotions, motor function, or genetic defects. Since most current mobile devices are capable of real-time face detection using cameras and depth sensors, real-time facial analysis can be utilized in several mobile use cases. Understanding the real-time emotion recognition capabilities of […]
