IL-6 overexpression linked to alveolar damage in severe pneumonia on ventilation
IL-6 Levels Linked to Lung Damage in Severe Pneumonia
This narrative review synthesizes basic and clinical evidence on IL-6 in mechanically ventilated patients with severe pneumonia. It finds th…
High levels of a protein called IL-6 may be linked to increased lung damage and inflammation in patients with severe pneumonia.
Traditional Chinese medicine injections combined with chemotherapy may improve outcomes and tolerability in advanced NSCLC
Traditional Chinese Medicine Injections May Improve Lung Cancer Treatment
This network meta-analysis of 6,386 patients evaluated various traditional Chinese medicine injections (TCMIs) added to chemotherapy for adv…
Combining certain traditional Chinese medicine injections with chemotherapy may improve treatment response and safety for patients with adva…
Discharge planning for diabetes is multicomponent but lacks consistent outcomes and long-term follow-up
Multicomponent Discharge Planning Helps Manage Diabetes After Hospital Stays
This scoping review of 20 studies maps discharge planning services for adults with diabetes transitioning from hospital to home. Interventio…
New research highlights how comprehensive discharge plans can help patients with Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes manage their healt…
Inaccessible infrastructure and stigma create significant barriers to WASH access for adults with musculoskeletal disabilities
Identifying Barriers to Water and Sanitation for People with Disabilities
This qualitative systematic review of 19 studies identifies key barriers, facilitators, and interventions regarding water, sanitation, and h…
People with musculoskeletal disabilities face unique barriers like stigma and inaccessible infrastructure when trying to access clean water …
Unsupervised sunlight for newborn jaundice persists globally despite guidelines
Global study shows common use of sunlight for newborn jaundice
This scoping review of 109 studies from 30 countries maps widespread caregiver and healthcare worker practices of using sunlight for newborn…
Many parents and health workers still use sunlight to treat newborn jaundice, even though medical guidelines often advise against it.
AI-generated videos for medical education currently lack standardized prompts and consistent quality assessment tools
AI Videos Face Quality Challenges in Medical Education Research
This scoping review analyzed 10 studies regarding AI-generated videos in medical science popularization and education. The authors found tha…
New research highlights significant consistency issues and low quality scores when using AI-generated videos for medical education and publi…
Multifaceted barriers and technological opportunities impact cervical cancer care access in sub-Saharan Africa
Barriers to cervical cancer care in sub-Saharan Africa identified
This narrative review of 38 studies identifies individual, community, and health-system level barriers to cervical cancer care in sub-Sahara…
New research highlights how personal beliefs, community norms, and weak health systems create hurdles for people seeking cervical cancer car…
Smartphone app reduces psychological distress at 3 months with Cohen d -0.17
Smartphone app reduces workplace stress for some workers in Japan
This randomized controlled trial of 793 workers in Japan found that a stand-alone smartphone app significantly reduced psychological distres…
A smartphone app helped reduce psychological distress in Japanese workers over three months, though the benefits were not sustained long-ter…
Pain is associated with higher odds of sarcopenia in middle-aged and older adults
Chronic Pain Linked to Higher Risk of Muscle Loss
This meta-analysis examines the relationship between pain levels and sarcopenia in middle-aged and older adults. The analysis found that var…
Middle aged and older adults with chronic pain, including back or joint pain, may face a higher risk of developing muscle loss known as sarc…
Sedentary behavior assessment in Arabic-speaking MENA countries relies on non-specific international survey tools
Review Identifies Tools to Measure Screen Time in MENA Region
This systematic review evaluated 10 studies to identify and appraise measurement tools for sedentary behavior and screen time in the MENA re…
New research highlights the need for better tools to measure sedentary behavior and screen time among Arabic-speaking populations.
Community-accessible interventions provide meaningful psychosocial and relational benefits for fathers during the perinatal period
Community Support Programs Help Fathers During the Perinatal Period
This mixed methods systematic review of 18 studies evaluated community-based interventions, including peer support and digital tools, for fa…
New research shows that community programs can help new fathers build confidence, improve relationships, and feel more connected during earl…
Data analytics can improve disease control and hospital performance within Peruvian healthcare systems
Data Analytics Shows Potential to Improve Healthcare Systems in Peru
This systematic literature review examines the role of data analytics, including digital health and predictive epidemiology, in improving he…
Data analytics can improve disease control and hospital performance in Peru, but significant gaps in digital infrastructure remain for rural…