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A systematic review evaluated the validity and reliability of communication questionnaires used for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Conducting the review followed PRISMA 2020 guidelines and COSMIN definitions, searching five databases for studies published between 2000 and 2024. The i...

A study published in the Journal of Ambulance Care Management explores the impact of the medical home model on health care utilization and unmet needs among children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN). Analyzing data from the National Survey of Children’s Health (2016-2022) involvi...

A study in Ghana examined the emotional well-being of children with visual impairments (CwVIs) through the lens of stigma theory. Researchers utilized a mixed-method approach, involving 288 participants across seven districts, to assess their happiness and gather qualitative insights. The finding...

A randomized controlled trial will investigate the effectiveness of a combined motivational interviewing (MI) and behavioral couples therapy (BCT) intervention for addressing alcohol use disorder (AUD) and intimate partner violence (IPV) in India. This study aims to fill a gap, as few interventio...

A study in Georgia, which recently decriminalized recreational cannabis use, reveals significant gaps in primary health care physicians’ (PCPs) knowledge and practices regarding cannabis. A survey of 246 family physicians showed that only 35.6% were familiar with cannabis legislation. Most physic...

A rare case of an isolated iliac artery pseudoaneurysm was diagnosed in a neonate during the perinatal period. The pregnant mother had no family history of genetic disorders or connective tissue issues. Due to concerns about the risk of rupture, a caesarean section was performed at 37 weeks of ge...

A narrative review examines the global effects of physical disabilities on quality of life (QOL), daily activities, and sleep quality. Disabilities can limit daily functions and social engagement, impacting autonomy and well-being. The severity of these disabilities varies among individuals, ofte...

A study in Dhaka, Bangladesh, reveals that tuberculosis (TB) patients experience high levels of depression and stigma during treatment. Conducted between August and September 2023, the research involved 224 patients, with 111 in the intensive treatment phase and 113 in the continuation phase. Ove...

A study conducted in Japan explored perceptions of healthy life expectancy (HLE) among individuals with diseases and those without. Researchers administered an online questionnaire to 626 participants, including patients with colorectal cancer, individuals undergoing dialysis, and healthy individ...

Anxiety is becoming increasingly common, presenting a significant mental health challenge. Current diagnostic methods using scales have limitations. Music therapy has been shown to help regulate emotions and reduce anxiety symptoms. A recent study utilized functional near-infrared spectroscopy (f...

Workplaces have undergone significant changes over the past 50 years, leading to more precarious job conditions, especially for low-wage workers. This shift complicates the balance between work and family responsibilities. Research shows that precarious work affects families’ ability to manage ch...

In 2021, a group psychotherapy intervention was piloted for Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) patients at McLean Hospital in response to rising anti-Asian violence. The 12-week virtual program included five participants and combined interpersonal process group therapy with a multicultura...

A study published in BMC Pediatrics examined the influence of neonatal intestinal microbiota on early child development. Researchers analyzed meconium samples from the Beijing Birth Cohort Study, focusing on 77 children with developmental delays and 259 matched controls without delays. Using mult...

A study evaluated the implementation of the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) model in public elementary schools in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, and its effects on students’ body mass index (BMI) and academic performance. Conducted in 2022, the cross-sectional study involved 385 students...

A recent study examined the factors influencing attitudes toward domestic violence in Iraq, revealing significant insights into this critical issue. Researchers conducted a cross-sectional study involving 1,120 participants, utilizing a snowball sampling method through a Google form. The findings...

An HIV diagnosis during pregnancy can be distressing for women, impacting their mental health and their desire for a healthy pregnancy and child. This psychological burden highlights the need for comprehensive support systems. The study identifies several factors contributing to antiretroviral th...

A global meta-analysis examined the fertility intentions of highly educated women, revealing significant regional differences. The study analyzed data from 35 eligible studies, involving 17,292 women across 19 countries, and found that 12.2% of these women did not expect to have children in the f...

Individuals with spinal cord injuries, neuromuscular disorders, or stroke-related impairments often struggle with traditional powered wheelchair controls. A new study developed a lightweight surface electromyography (sEMG)-based system that allows intuitive wheelchair navigation by utilizing musc...

Climate change disproportionately affects women in Latin American countries due to ongoing disparities in education, land ownership, and access to information services. These inequities increase health, welfare, and livelihood risks for rural women. An exploratory review analyzed 36 documents pub...

Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) hold significant promise for enabling communication in individuals with severe disabilities. EEG-to-text models, which convert brain signals into written language, are at the forefront of this technology. Recent advancements in machine learning have enhanced the a...