Send in the Squad-Podsquad! Using Design Thinking as a Framework to Develop a Public Health Promotion Programme
Health Promot J Austr. 2026 Jan;37(1):e70136. doi: 10.1002/hpja.70136. ABSTRACT ISSUE ADDRESSED: Innovative public health approaches are needed to support children and their families to adopt and maintain healthy behaviours. This study aimed to use design thinking as a framework to develop an interactive online public health promotion programme for children (5-12 years) and their families, […]
Empowering Health Through Digital Lifelong Prevention: An Umbrella Review of Apps and Wearables for Nutritional Management
Nutrients. 2025 Nov 12;17(22):3542. doi: 10.3390/nu17223542. ABSTRACT Background/Objectives: The increasing use of electronic devices is reshaping lifestyle by offering new avenues for health behavior change. These tools provide to monitor health, fitness, and nutrition, promoting healthier lifestyles to prevent non-communicable diseases (NCDs). This umbrella review (conducted according to PRISMA 2020 guidelines, registered on PROSPERO CRD42024511141) […]
Functions, Features, and Psychological Well-Being Impacts of Type 1 Diabetes Self-Management Mobile and Web Apps: Systematic Review
J Med Internet Res. 2025 Nov 19;27:e75280. doi: 10.2196/75280. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: People living with type 1 diabetes must adhere to an intense self-care regimen, which may impact their psychological well-being and contribute to poor self-management behaviors. Despite their potential, most mobile health and web-based apps for diabetes management prioritize glycemic control and often overlook psychological […]
Effectiveness of Tai Chi vs Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia in Middle-Aged and Older Adults
Chronic insomnia is common in middle-aged and older adults. It is associated with long-term health risks, reduced quality of life, and substantial healthcare and societal costs. Cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is the first-line treatment. However, its availability is limited by high costs and insufficient availability of trained providers. Tai chi is a low-cost […]
How the Brain Sees Touch: The Hidden Maps Linking Vision and Sensation
According to a recent study published in Nature, widespread, structured brain maps exist in the human brain, integrating visual and touch-based (somatosensory) representations. This integration allows the brain to simulate bodily sensations during observation of the world internally. The study addresses a long-standing question of how the brain integrates vision and touch to support perception, […]
Florida Medical Licensing Verification – A Complete Guide
For patient safety, legal compliance, and maintaining high standards of care, it is crucial to verify a medical professional’s license in Florida. Whether you are a healthcare professional, credentialing specialist, or an individual seeking to confirm the provider’s credentials, the Florida Department of Health (DOH) gives reliable tools for quick verification. What is Florida Medical […]
Real-Time Detection of Industrial Respirator Fit Using Embedded Breath Sensors and Machine Learning Algorithms
Biosensors (Basel). 2025 Nov 5;15(11):745. doi: 10.3390/bios15110745. ABSTRACT Maintaining an effective facial seal is critical for the performance of tight-fitting industrial respirators used in high-risk sectors such as mining, manufacturing, and construction. Traditional fit verification methods-Qualitative Fit Testing (QLFT) and Quantitative Fit Testing (QNFT)-are limited to periodic assessments and cannot detect fit degradation during active […]
Perspectives on App-Assisted Self-Testing Using Rapid Diagnostic Tests Among Community Members, Health Care Providers, and Public Health Leaders in Kenya, South Africa, and Zambia: Qualitative Study
J Med Internet Res. 2025 Nov 26;27:e70273. doi: 10.2196/70273. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Self-testing using rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs), integrated with mobile phone-based apps, offers potential to improve health outcomes in low-resource settings, including sub-Saharan Africa. Despite its advantages, uptake remains limited because of concerns about accuracy, accessibility, and integration within existing health care systems. OBJECTIVE: This […]
Exploring the acceptability and attitude toward mobile health applications to aid self-management for people with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Saudi Arabia: A descriptive cross-sectional study
PLoS One. 2025 Nov 26;20(11):e0331314. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0331314. eCollection 2025. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The prevalence of Type II diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is increasing, leading to a need for more sustainable and patient-centered solutions. The marketplace for mobile health (mHealth) applications (apps) that aid self-management of chronic diseases, such as T2DM, is growing. However, attitudes toward and acceptance […]
Perspectives on App-Assisted Self-Testing Using Rapid Diagnostic Tests Among Community Members, Health Care Providers, and Public Health Leaders in Kenya, South Africa, and Zambia: Qualitative Study
J Med Internet Res. 2025 Nov 26;27:e70273. doi: 10.2196/70273. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Self-testing using rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs), integrated with mobile phone-based apps, offers potential to improve health outcomes in low-resource settings, including sub-Saharan Africa. Despite its advantages, uptake remains limited because of concerns about accuracy, accessibility, and integration within existing health care systems. OBJECTIVE: This […]
