Digital rehabilitation aftercare shows steeper initial work ability improvement that disappears after adjustment
Digital rehab aftercare shows early work ability gains
This randomized controlled trial enrolled 1056 orthopedic rehabilitation patients across multiple clinics in Germany. Participants received …
A German trial found digital rehab aftercare led to faster initial work ability gains, but the advantage faded after adjusting for patient f…
Serological surveillance reveals 23.3% global pooled pertussis seropositivity and 3.6% recent infection rate across 37 countries
Pertussis infection rates vary widely by age and region in a global review
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated serological surveillance data from approximately 87,000 participants in 37 countries. The…
A global review of 87,000 people found that recent whooping cough infection rates differ significantly by age group and geographic location.
Generative AI can support physical education pedagogy when integrated with teacher judgment and ethical use
New AI tools in health class need more than technical skills to truly help students learn
This narrative review synthesizes evidence on generative AI in physical education and health contexts. The authors argue that AI's pedagogic…
Current AI research in health class focuses on tracking skills, but new ideas show how to use these tools for deeper learning and better les…
New scale assesses ecological emotional intelligence in Chinese university students
New scale measures emotional intelligence in Chinese university students
Researchers developed and validated the College Student Ecological Emotional Intelligence Scale among Chinese university students. The instr…
A new tool called the College Student Ecological Emotional Intelligence Scale shows strong reliability and links to resilience in Chinese un…
Universal digital mental health interventions show significant overall effects for anxiety and depression in children and adolescents
Universal digital mental health tools show benefits for youth anxiety and depression
This meta-analysis examined 29 studies involving children and adolescents aged 19 or younger in the general population. Universal digital me…
A meta-analysis of 29 studies found universal digital mental health interventions significantly improved anxiety, depression, and well-being…
Primary care-based intensive psychotherapy cuts inpatient costs over $8,000 per Karen refugee patient
Intensive psychotherapy cuts costs for refugee depression in primary care
This randomized control trial in 214 Karen refugees in primary care compared an intensive psychotherapy and case management intervention to …
An intensive psychotherapy program reduced hospital stays and costs for Karen refugees with major depression compared to usual care.
Hypertension care cascade under dual guideline criteria was analyzed in 238,738 adults from Peru
Peru adults with high blood pressure face gaps in standard care guidelines
This repeated cross-sectional analysis examined the hypertension care cascade under dual guideline criteria (2023 ESH and 2025 ACC/AHA) in 2…
A look at 238,738 adults in Peru shows how often high blood pressure care falls short of current expert recommendations.
Qualitative studies identified 71 facilitators and 59 barriers to physical activity in middle-aged and older adults living with HIV
Experts found many reasons why older adults with HIV struggle to exercise or stay active
This systematic review synthesizes findings from 9 qualitative studies examining facilitators and barriers to physical activity. The authors…
A review of nine studies shows many things help or stop older adults with HIV from moving. Understanding these factors is key to better heal…
Mental Health Literacy Curriculum Improves Outcomes in Chinese College Students
A simple three-month class improved mental health knowledge and reduced depression risk for Chinese college students
A 3-month mental health literacy curriculum improved literacy, life satisfaction, and resilience in Chinese college students, and prevented …
A three-month mental health literacy class helped Chinese college students feel more satisfied and resilient while keeping depression levels…
Non-surgical weight loss reduces AHI by 11.10 in adults with obstructive sleep apnoea
Non-surgical weight loss lowers sleep apnea severity and blood pressure in adults
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated non-surgical weight loss interventions in adults with obstructive sleep apnoea. The poole…
Non-surgical weight loss significantly reduced sleep apnea severity and blood pressure in adults, though long-term results remain uncertain.
Tailored public health messages increase intention for safe behaviours in vulnerable populations
Animated messages boost safe behavior plans in vulnerable groups better than talking heads
This randomised controlled trial enrolled 358 participants from vulnerable populations via an online survey. Participants exposed to animati…
Animated videos made people more likely to plan safe actions than talking heads, but the best message depends on who you are.
Patient- and GP-facing deprescribing intervention increases PPI dose reduction by 6.9% in adults with chronic PPI use
Combining patient education with doctor letters cuts acid reflux drug use by nearly 7 percent
This cluster randomized clinical trial evaluated a deprescribing intervention in 1498 general practitioners and 34 409 patients across weste…
A new trial shows that giving patients information and doctors a clear plan helps reduce unnecessary acid reflux medication use in adults.