Colombia's right to health faces systemic barriers, governance gaps, and fragmentation
Systemic hurdles block the right to health in Colombia
This systematic integrative review of 63 studies examines implementation of the fundamental right to health in Colombia. It identifies four …
A review of 63 studies reveals how broken systems and lack of resources prevent people in Colombia from accessing their basic right to care.
Intravenous ketamine reduces suicidal and depressive symptoms in acute Major Depressive Episode
Ketamine infusions reduce suicidal and depressive symptoms in some patients
This meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials indicates that intravenous ketamine, administered as single or repeated infusions, signific…
New data shows that intravenous ketamine can quickly lower both depression and suicidal thoughts for people facing a major depressive episod…
Benson's relaxation technique significantly reduces anxiety and blood pressure in patients with cardiovascular disease
Benson Relaxation Technique May Reduce Anxiety in Heart Patients
This meta-analysis of 538 patients found that Benson's relaxation technique significantly reduced anxiety (Hedge's g = -0.662) and systolic …
A review of data suggests that Benson relaxation techniques can lower anxiety and improve oxygen levels for people with heart conditions.
Regulatory T cells are central to immune tolerance and implicated in several pregnancy disorders
Immune cells may play key role in pregnancy complications
This systematic review examines the role of regulatory T cells (Tregs) in maintaining maternal-fetal immune balance. The authors conclude th…
New research highlights how specific immune cells help balance the body during pregnancy and may impact conditions like preeclampsia.
Integrating implementation science and health policy research addresses the know-do gap in LMIC healthcare systems
Bridging Research and Policy to Improve Health in Developing Nations
This narrative review examines the intersection of implementation science and health policy research to address the 'know-do gap' in low-and…
New research explores how combining implementation science with health policy can help turn medical knowledge into real actions for patients…
One Health approach reveals critical knowledge gaps in Nipah virus surveillance and cross-sectoral coordination
Experts identify critical gaps in Nipah virus tracking and prevention
This systematic review synthesizes 210 studies regarding the ecology, epidemiology, and clinical aspects of Nipah virus infection. The autho…
New research highlights major gaps in how we track and stop the spread of the Nipah virus across humans, animals, and the environment.
Patient-oriented research frameworks in forensic mental health settings require specific resources and ongoing consent practices
New Framework Improves Research for Patients in Mental Health Settings
This rapid review of 31 academic and grey literature sources identifies a framework for patient-oriented research in forensic mental health.…
A new framework provides guidelines to help patients with mental health disorders participate more safely and fairly in research studies.
Neuronavigation and connectivity guided targeting in rTMS may improve outcomes for bipolar disorder
Brain mapping may help patients with bipolar disorder find relief
This narrative review examines repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) for patients with bipolar disorder and major depressive d…
New research suggests that using specific brain maps can help doctors better target treatments for bipolar disorder and depression.
Jet lidocaine reduces anxiety during peripheral venous access in meta-analysis of 5 trials
Jet Lidocaine Reduces Anxiety During Blood Draws
A meta-analysis of 5 randomized controlled trials found that jet lidocaine significantly reduces anxiety during peripheral venous access (SM…
A needle-free lidocaine spray may ease anxiety when getting an IV, but it doesn't reduce pain.
Mindset reframing increases likelihood of choosing high-exposure routes in jump-rope tests by OR 1.74
Brief mindset reframing helps students face evaluation in gym class
This randomized controlled trial involving 256 undergraduates found that a brief combined mindset reframing intervention increased the likel…
A brief mental exercise helped students feel more confident and willing to choose challenging tasks when they knew they were being watched b…
Broad personality change occurs in 68.1% of patients with traumatic brain injury
Most Patients With Brain Injuries Experience Lasting Personality Changes
This meta-analysis of 101 studies indicates that broad personality change is prevalent in 68.1% of patients following traumatic brain injury…
A large review of 101 studies shows that most people with traumatic brain injuries experience lasting changes to their personality.
11 risk factors identified for predicting relapse in patients with schizophrenia
New risk factors identified to predict schizophrenia relapse
This meta-analysis of 159,973 participants identified 11 specific risk factors associated with relapse in patients with schizophrenia. A pre…
A large analysis identifies eleven specific risk factors that may help doctors predict and prevent relapses in patients with schizophrenia.