Bridging the Gap: Towards a Standardized Framework for Evaluating mHealth and AI-Enabled Health Applications
Stud Health Technol Inform. 2026 Feb 12;334:98-102. doi: 10.3233/SHTI260024. ABSTRACT Mobile health (mHealth) applications and AI-enabled health applications are expanding rapidly, yet their evaluation remains fragmented and inconsistent. Numerous frameworks exist, but none are universally adopted, leaving patients, clinicians, and policymakers without clear guidance. This review systematically examined literature from 2014-2024, identifying the most commonly […]
Development and Field Validation of a Smartphone-Based Web Application for Diagnosing Optimal Timing of Mid-Season Drainage in Rice Cultivation via Canopy Image-Derived Tiller Estimation
Sensors (Basel). 2026 Feb 3;26(3):1000. doi: 10.3390/s26031000. ABSTRACT In recent years, excessive tillering caused by high temperatures during early growth has contributed to rice quality deterioration in warm regions of Japan. Accurate determination of midseason drainage timing is essential but remains difficult due to year- and cultivar-dependent variability. In this study, we developed a smartphone-based […]
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 […]
Balance Assessments Using Smartphone Sensor Systems and a Clinician-Led Modified BESS Test in Soccer Athletes with Hip-Related Pain: An Exploratory Cross-Sectional Study
Sensors (Basel). 2026 Feb 6;26(3):1061. doi: 10.3390/s26031061. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The Balance Error Scoring System (BESS) is the most practiced static postural balance assessment tool, which relies on visual observation, and has been adopted as the gold standard in the clinic and field. However, the BESS can lead to missed and inaccurate diagnoses-because of its low […]
ReCOGnAIze app to detect vascular cognitive impairment and mild cognitive impairment
Alzheimers Dement. 2026 Feb;22(2):e70992. doi: 10.1002/alz.70992. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Vascular cognitive impairment (VCI), a major cause of cognitive impairment, remains underdiagnosed due to varying non-amnestic manifestations. It is important to detect VCI at the mild cognitive impairment (MCI) stage or earlier. We aimed to develop and validate ReCOGnAIze, a tablet-based, gamified, and interpretable app to detect […]
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. […]
Can Gut Bacteria Predict Disease Activity? Breakthrough in Pediatric Crohn’s Research
Crohn’s disease (CD) is a chronic inflammatory gastrointestinal disorder characterized by dysregulation in immune response and changes in the gut microbiome. Pediatric CD is rising rapidly and frequently causing more severe symptoms. It can affect body development, growth, and psychological health. Multiple risk factors contribute to pediatric CD, including impaired mucosal immunity, diet, and environmental […]
PALS Certification: Complete Guide for Pediatric Nurses & ER Providers
Second matters in pediatric emergencies, where confidence and expertise can save lives. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification provides healthcare professionals with knowledge and skills. It will help to detect and respond to life-threatening emergencies in infants and children. The PALS certification is a critical credential for healthcare professionals as it strengthens clinical readiness and […]
AI-Powered Digital Eye Cells Could Transform AMD Therapy Discovery
Scientists at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have developed the first high-resolution digital twin of human retinal pigment epithelial (RPE) cells. This breakthrough offers new insights into how these critical eye cells function in health and how they deteriorate in age-related macular degeneration (AMD). AMD is a leading cause of vision loss in people […]
Association of Daily Step Count With Depressive Symptoms in Patients With Major Depressive Disorder Using a Smartphone App (ReMAP): Longitudinal Study
JMIR Ment Health. 2026 Feb 10;13:e81120. doi: 10.2196/81120. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The benefits of physical activity (PA) for both physical and mental health, including major depressive disorder (MDD), are well established. Mobile devices, such as smartphones, offer a scalable way to monitor PA and its relationship with depressive symptoms in daily life. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed […]
