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Endometriosis impacts 1 in 10 Canadians, yet the financial burden it creates is not well understood. Although universal healthcare covers physician and hospital services, patients incur significant out-of-pocket costs for medications, complementary therapies, fertility treatments, travel, and chi...

A study examined the relationship between frailty status and nursing care costs among older adults in Japan using public services aimed at preventing long-term frailty. The research involved 151 participants, averaging 80.5 years old, who had received assistance from April 2011 to March 2020, wit...

Residential long-term care facilities, known as “board and care” homes in California, are closing rapidly. Supporters argue these homes are essential for providing housing and care for the poor, while critics believe they promote the institutionalization of people with disabilities and should be ...

A systematic review and meta-analysis examined the relationship between user engagement and clinical outcomes in apps designed for depression and anxiety. The study analyzed 28 trials, with 13 included in the meta-analysis, focusing on how engagement metrics correlated with symptom improvement. R...

Veterans participating in adaptive sports have found a pathway to healing and recovery through physical activity. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) supports these programs, emphasizing their importance in enhancing the well-being of veterans with disabilities. Adaptive sports offer opp...

VA research is advancing in various critical health areas, focusing on lung cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, and maternity care. A recent study highlights the effectiveness of a new lung cancer screening protocol that utilizes low-dose CT scans, significantly improving early detection rates among vet...

A study published in BMC Women’s Health highlights the intersection of domestic abuse (DA) and perimenopause, revealing unique vulnerabilities for survivors. Fifteen DA survivors participated in focus groups to discuss their experiences with perimenopause. The analysis identified three key themes:

A study published in BMC Public Health highlights the emotional fertility intentions of women one year after giving birth in Ethiopia. It found that 64.87% of women reported feeling unhappier about the prospect of another pregnancy, while 17.12% felt mixed emotions and 4.63% felt very happy. The ...

The United States hosts over 200,000 Afghan refugees, many of whom face challenges integrating into society, especially women. The COVID-19 pandemic has worsened these difficulties, impacting Afghan refugee women’s lives significantly. A study conducted in California involved semi-structured inte...

A 27-year-old British woman experienced recurrent ulcerations in her soft palate after starting paroxetine, an antidepressant. She developed a brown hairy tongue and significant oral lesions. These conditions, known as black hairy tongue and necrotizing sialometaplasia, are benign but can appear ...

A study analyzed firearm rights restoration (FRR) in Washington state from 2017 to 2022, revealing insights about individuals regaining their firearm rights after felony or domestic violence misdemeanor convictions. Federal law restricts firearm possession for these individuals, and state law gov...

Integrating mental health services into primary health care (PHC) is vital for improving access and reducing costs, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. In Iran, despite efforts to implement these programs, challenges persist. A study conducted in Hormozgan Province explored barriers...

A study published in Psychiatry Research highlights the long-term psychiatric effects of physical domestic violence (DV) on victims who visited the emergency department (ED). Researchers evaluated 219 adult patients from July 2023 to December 2024, assessing sociodemographic and trauma-related fa...

The National Health and Wellness Association (NHWA) has launched a new initiative called “Advocacy in Action,” aimed at promoting health and wellness through community engagement and legislative advocacy. This program encourages individuals to participate in local health initiatives and work coll...

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is hosting a series of events focused on career opportunities for veterans and transitioning service members this fall. These events aim to connect them with employers and provide resources for job searching. Key events include hiring fairs in various locat...

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is enhancing its telehealth program to improve healthcare access for veterans. This initiative, called “Bridging Distances,” aims to break down geographical barriers, allowing veterans to receive care from their homes. The program leverages technology to co...

A study published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research examined the effectiveness of mindfulness-based programming (MBP) for university students, particularly focusing on those with a history of nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI). The randomized controlled trial compared formal mindfulness (FM...

A study in Shandong Province, China, found that only 10.3% of female workers aged 20-49 expressed intentions to have a third child. Researchers surveyed 1,358 participants using a self-administered questionnaire, examining factors like demographic characteristics, attitudes toward childbearing, a...