How to Evaluate the Accuracy of Symptom Checkers and Diagnostic Decision Support Systems: Symptom Checker Accuracy Reporting Framework (SCARF)
JMIR Hum Factors. 2026 Jan 16;13:e76168. doi: 10.2196/76168. ABSTRACT Symptom checkers are apps and websites that assist medical laypeople in diagnosing their symptoms and determining which course of action to take. When evaluating these tools, previous studies primarily used an approach introduced a decade ago that lacked any type of quality control. Numerous studies have […]
Mobile Apps to Improve Health Parameters in Healthy Adults: Systematic Review
JMIR Mhealth Uhealth. 2026 Jan 16;14:e66881. doi: 10.2196/66881. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Recently, mobile health and mobile apps have been proposed as a potential tool to improve different outcomes (eg, daily steps, blood glucose) in both people with and without chronic conditions. In particular, healthy people could benefit from these tools by improving health variables and for […]
Ultrasensitive Fluorescent Detection of Urinary Trypsin for Early Pancreatic Disease Diagnosis: Toward Smartphone-Assisted Analysis
Chem Asian J. 2026 Jan;21(1):e70557. doi: 10.1002/asia.70557. ABSTRACT Early detection of pancreatic disease requires non-invasive, highly sensitive biomarker detection. Here, we report a fluorescence-based method for rapid, ultrasensitive detection of urinary trypsin without sample pretreatment. A π-extended pyrene fluorescent probe functionalized with four carboxylate groups was designed to facilitate selective interaction and micellar aggregation with […]
Evaluating the utility of a novel 3D mobile imaging application in the surgical management of craniosynostosis
Childs Nerv Syst. 2026 Jan 15;42(1):29. doi: 10.1007/s00381-026-07124-z. ABSTRACT PURPOSE: Craniosynostosis is one of the most common craniofacial defects. It is typically treated with surgical intervention to correct abnormal head shape. Currently, there is no standard method for evaluating treatment effectiveness. We aim to assess the utility of MirrorMe3D, a novel three-dimensional mobile imaging application, […]
Testing a mobile peer support intervention for persons with serious mental illness (DigiPer) in community mental health services: a feasibility study protocol
BMJ Open. 2026 Jan 14;16(1):e111869. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2025-111869. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Persons with serious mental illness (SMI) often have coexisting medical conditions and experience a significantly reduced life expectancy compared with the general population. Peer support is considered an effective care approach for this population, and with rapid technological advancements, digital peer support, such as the DigiPer […]
Cast Immobilisation Compared with Surgery for Stress-Positive Lateral Malleolus Fractures: Results of the SUPER-FIN Trial
Ankle fractures are prevalent in adult orthopaedics, with isolated Weber B lateral malleolar fractures, which comprise about 60% of cases. Treatment depends on the congruency of the ankle mortise; congruent fractures usually get non-operative care by cast immobilisation. Unstable fractures are generally surgically treated to avert complications because of ligamentous injuries. A diagnostic challenge increases […]
“I Want to Spend My Time Living”-Experiences With a Digital Outpatient Service With a Mobile App for Tailored Care Among Adults With Long-Term Health Service Needs: Qualitative Study Using Thematic Analysis
J Med Internet Res. 2026 Jan 15;28:e79155. doi: 10.2196/79155. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Digital health services are increasingly used in hospital-based outpatient care, offering remote monitoring, patient-reported outcomes, information sharing, and asynchronous communication. While expected to improve self-management, timeliness, and efficiency, the success of digital health interventions relies on patients’ health literacy and digital health literacy. While […]
Support Community Formation on a Mobile App for People Living With HIV and Substance Use Disorder: A Computer-Mediated Discourse Analysis
JMIR Form Res. 2026 Jan 15;10:e66564. doi: 10.2196/66564. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: People living with HIV and substance use disorders (SUDs) have complex health care needs requiring adaptive and effective support systems. While mobile health apps can foster virtual communities grounded in shared lived experiences, little is known about the dynamics within these digital spaces. OBJECTIVE: We […]
Which Websites Allow Online Submission of Medical License Applications?
The procedure for obtaining and maintaining a medical license has changed significantly during the last decade. What used to include extensive paperwork, mailing delays, and manual follow-ups can often be completed by secure online portals managed by state medical boards. Online medical license applications have become an important tool for physicians, residents, and healthcare organizations […]
Comprehensive Cancer Statistics for 2026
In the United States, cancer remains a major public health concern. It is the second leading cause of death overall and the leading cause of death among individuals younger than 85 years. The American Cancer Society releases updated national cancer statistics annually to monitor progress and identify emerging challenges. The Cancer Statistics, 2026 report highlights […]
