Quality and Multifunctionality in Mobile Apps for Gestational Diabetes: Systematic App Review
JMIR Mhealth Uhealth. 2026 Feb 5;14:e76862. doi: 10.2196/76862. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The use of mobile health (mHealth) apps can assist with the management of gestational diabetes (GDM). Although a number of studies have demonstrated their efficacy in improving maternal-fetal outcomes, opinions differ regarding their usability and overall quality. Poorly designed apps, with ill-conceived features or inappropriate […]
The impact of college students’ physical exercise on negative emotion: The chain mediating role of self-efficacy and smartphone addiction
PLoS One. 2026 Feb 5;21(2):e0338382. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0338382. eCollection 2026. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: Against the backdrop of widespread smartphone adoption, rising student stress levels, and the increasing prevalence of negative emotions, this study employs a chain-mediation model to investigate the relationship between physical exercise and negative emotions among university students. It further elucidates the mediating roles of […]
The effects of a mobile application-based dementia care intelligent recommender system on caregivers of people with dementia: a randomized controlled trial
Age Ageing. 2026 Feb 1;55(2):afag021. doi: 10.1093/ageing/afag021. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Health recommender systems offer new opportunities to meet the personalized needs of people with dementia and their caregivers, but evidence on their effectiveness remains limited. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a mobile application-based dementia care intelligent recommender system (DCIRS) among caregivers of […]
Staffing and leadership as drivers of nurse retention: A work environment analysis
Nurs Manage. 2026 Feb 1;57(2):19-26. doi: 10.1097/nmg.0000000000000343. Epub 2026 Feb 3. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Nurse work environment (NWE) is a well-established predictor of nurse and patient outcomes. However, limited research has examined the individual contributions of NWE domains to nurse outcomes. PURPOSE: This study aimed to identify which subscales of the Practice Environment Scale (PES) most […]
2026 JACC Report Reveals Alarming Cardiovascular Trends Across the U.S.
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of mortality and morbidity in the United States (U.S), underscoring the importance of consistent and transparent measurement to guide action. Cardiovascular statistics in the U.S, 2026, represents a comprehensive effort by the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC) to assess whether the nation stands, identify persistent […]
Associations Between Perimenopausal Insulin Dysregulation and Vasomotor Symptom Onset
The menopausal transition includes substantial hormonal and physiological changes that can markedly impair quality of life, specifically by vasomotor symptoms like night sweats and hot flashes. These symptoms affect around 75% of females and may begin several years before the final menstrual period (FMP), persisting up to a decade. Variability is noted in individuals based […]
Mapping Brain Aging: Vulnerable Neurons and Promising Neuroprotection
Aging is the predominant risk factor for neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. However, not all neurons age at the same rate. Some neuronal populations degenerate earlier, whereas others remain relatively resilient over time. It remains unclear whether this selective vulnerability reflects differences in the biological age of individual neurons rather than their […]
The Effectiveness of the Headspace App for Improving Sleep: Randomized Controlled Trial
J Med Internet Res. 2026 Feb 4;28:e56287. doi: 10.2196/56287. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Improving sleep is critical for optimizing short-term and long-term health. Although in-person meditation training has been shown to impact sleep positively, there is a gap in our understanding of whether apps that teach self-guided meditation are also effective. OBJECTIVE: This study aims to test […]
Mindfulness-Based Self-Management Program Using a Mobile App for Patients With Pulmonary Hypertension: Single-Arm Feasibility Study
JMIR Cardio. 2026 Feb 4;10:e79639. doi: 10.2196/79639. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Mindfulness-based interventions have been applied across various chronic illnesses, but no tailored program exists for individuals with pulmonary hypertension (PH). OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to develop and evaluate the feasibility of a mindfulness-based self-management program for patients with PH, delivered online to accommodate their limited mobility. […]
The Impact of a Health Coaching App on the Subjective Well-Being of Individuals With Multimorbidity: Mixed Methods Study
J Med Internet Res. 2026 Feb 4;28:e78738. doi: 10.2196/78738. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Multimorbidity, the coexistence of 2 or more chronic conditions, is associated with poor well-being. Health coaching apps offer cost-effective and accessible support. However, there is a lack of evidence of the impact of health coaching apps on individuals with multimorbidity. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed […]
