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3 Novembre 2024

Impact of virtual consultations on quality of care in type 2 diabetes: a systematic review and narrative synthesis protocol

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HumanInsight Impact of virtual consultations on quality of care in type 2 diabetes: a systematic review and narrative synthesis protocol BMJ Open. 2024 Nov 2;14(11):e082452. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-082452. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Around 463 million people globally have diabetes, of which over 90% have type 2 diabetes (T2D). Projections indicate an expected increase to 700 million by 2045. […]

3 Novembre 2024

Using digital technologies and applications in midwifery practice in Belgium: A descriptive cross-sectional study

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HumanInsight Using digital technologies and applications in midwifery practice in Belgium: A descriptive cross-sectional study Midwifery. 2024 Oct 19;140:104218. doi: 10.1016/j.midw.2024.104218. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Over the past two decades, there has been a dramatic increase in the use of digital technologies within healthcare and also in midwifery. However, scarce literature exist on […]

3 Novembre 2024

The role of NGOs and humanitarian organizations in enhancing surgical capacity in Africa: lessons learned and future directions-a narrative review

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HumanInsight The role of NGOs and humanitarian organizations in enhancing surgical capacity in Africa: lessons learned and future directions-a narrative review Postgrad Med J. 2024 Nov 2:qgae137. doi: 10.1093/postmj/qgae137. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Significant inequities exist in surgical care accessibility across marginalized African communities. Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and humanitarian groups are vital in […]

3 Novembre 2024

Older Adults Benefit From Virtual Support for Continuous Glucose Monitor Use But Require Longer Visits

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HumanInsight Older Adults Benefit From Virtual Support for Continuous Glucose Monitor Use But Require Longer Visits J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2024 Nov 2:19322968241294250. doi: 10.1177/19322968241294250. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Older adults may be less comfortable with continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology or require additional education to support use. The Virtual Diabetes Specialty Clinic […]

3 Novembre 2024

Telemedicine ultrasound assessment for placenta accreta spectrum: Utility and interobserver reliability of asynchronous remote imaging review

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HumanInsight Telemedicine ultrasound assessment for placenta accreta spectrum: Utility and interobserver reliability of asynchronous remote imaging review Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2024 Nov 2. doi: 10.1002/ijgo.15991. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: Management of patients with placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) by trained multidisciplinary teams is associated with improved outcomes. Ultrasound can predict intraoperative risks, but […]

2 Novembre 2024

Leather-Based Shoe Soles for Real-Time Gait Recognition and Automatic Remote Assistance Using Machine Learning

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HumanInsight Leather-Based Shoe Soles for Real-Time Gait Recognition and Automatic Remote Assistance Using Machine Learning ACS Appl Mater Interfaces. 2024 Nov 1. doi: 10.1021/acsami.4c16505. Online ahead of print. ABSTRACT Real-time monitoring of gait characteristics is crucial for applications in health monitoring, patient rehabilitation feedback, and telemedicine. However, the effective and stable acquisition and automatic analysis […]

2 Novembre 2024

Feasibility of Sexual Health and Contraceptive Web Services for Adolescents and Young Adults: Retrospective Study of a Pilot Program on Reunion Island

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HumanInsight Feasibility of Sexual Health and Contraceptive Web Services for Adolescents and Young Adults: Retrospective Study of a Pilot Program on Reunion Island JMIR Pediatr Parent. 2024 Nov 1;7:e52557. doi: 10.2196/52557. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Sexual health indicators for adolescents and young adults (AYAs) aged between 13 and 25 years are particularly poor on Reunion Island. Access […]

2 Novembre 2024

Couple-Focused Smartphone Intervention to Reduce Problem Drinking: Pilot Randomized Control Trial

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HumanInsight Couple-Focused Smartphone Intervention to Reduce Problem Drinking: Pilot Randomized Control Trial JMIR Form Res. 2024 Nov 1;8:e58622. doi: 10.2196/58622. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Alcohol use disorder is among the most pervasive substance use disorders in the United States, with a lifetime prevalence of 30%. Recommended treatment options include evidence-based behavioral interventions; smartphone-based interventions confer a number […]

2 Novembre 2024

Issues in the Adoption of Online Medical Care: Cross-Sectional Questionnaire Survey

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HumanInsight Issues in the Adoption of Online Medical Care: Cross-Sectional Questionnaire Survey J Med Internet Res. 2024 Nov 1;26:e64159. doi: 10.2196/64159. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Telemedicine, or online medical care, has gained considerable attention worldwide. However, it has not been widely adopted in Japan, and the detailed status of received and provided online medical care and the […]

2 Novembre 2024

Impact of COVID-19 on Exercise-Based Pulmonary Rehabilitation: What Lessons Have We Learned?

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HumanInsight Impact of COVID-19 on Exercise-Based Pulmonary Rehabilitation: What Lessons Have We Learned? J Cardiopulm Rehabil Prev. 2024 Nov 1;44(6):409-416. doi: 10.1097/HCR.0000000000000916. Epub 2024 Oct 31. ABSTRACT The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic had a major global impact on health care, including the delivery, modality, and importance of outcomes in pulmonary rehabilitation (PR). This review […]

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Analysis of the influencing factors and spatiotemporal evolution characteristics of telemedicine service supply: Empirical evidence from pilot cities in China
CONCLUSION: Medical institutions carry out telemedicine service programmes with a certain order of priority. Their decisions are often influenced by various factors such as price, out-of-pocket payment ratio and level and attribute of the healthcare organisation. The development of telemedicine may follow an inverted 'U' pattern with the level of regional economic development.
Digital health and quality of care in Primary Health Care: an evaluation model
CONCLUSION: This study achieved the goal of developing a model to evaluate digital health interventions in Primary Health Care, helping to identify adequate and useful evaluation methods filling the gap of the lack of quality evaluation standards in the brazilian Digital Health Strategy. It presents an important difference in relation to models from different countries, […]
A randomized trial of at-home COVID-19 tests, telemedicine, and rapid prescription delivery for immunocompromised individuals
Background: COVID-19 continues to impose substantial risks to people who are immunocompromised and over 65 years old. Objective: Using a randomized control trial, we evaluated whether access to at-home COVID-19 tests, telemedicine, and same-day prescription delivery could reduce COVID cases, hospitalizations, and the cost of COVID care for the high-risk populations. Design: Individuals participated remotely, […]
The Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency Patient Journey: Identifying Opportunities for Digital Health Interventions
Pediatric growth hormone deficiency (PGHD) is a chronic condition where the pituitary gland fails to produce sufficient growth hormone, leading to delayed growth and developmental challenges. Patient journey maps can provide insight into pain points and potential opportunities for new or improved interventions to enhance care. However, a patient journey map does not yet exist […]
Mobile Health Technologies and Their Features Affecting Medication Adherence Among Cancer Patients: A Scoping Review
This scoping review explores mobile health (mHealth) technologies and their features affecting medication adherence in cancer patients. Among 11 selected studies, predominantly from the USA, mHealth tools, particularly smartphone apps, were examined for their features in managing cancer patient's medication adherence. The studies highlighted the importance of adherence in continuous cancer therapy, with mHealth tools […]
Extending the Scope of Telemedicine to Podiatric Medicine
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of telemedicine in healthcare. This study explores the feasibility of telemedicine for foot and ankle care in primary settings, using a mixed-methods approach with online questionnaires, focus groups, and interviews. Stakeholders, including patients, podiatrists, and senior healthcare managers, agreed on the need for a telemedicine service. Recommendations include […]
Qualitative Assessment of Attitudes Towards Telerehabilitation in Patients with Metastatic Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer (PC) is one of the leading causes of cancer-related mortality among men. Androgen Deprivation Therapy (ADT) has been shown to increase survival in men with metastatic PC. Despite its efficacy, ADT's long-term use adversely impacts quality of life (QoL) due to multiple side effects. Multimodal cancer rehabilitation (CR) programs improve QoL but face […]
Pill Dispenser with Telecare Extension
The existing pill dispenser systems help elderly people to improve their quality of life, and medication adherence. But these systems lack interactive capabilities with caregivers, a crucial element in comprehensive home care management. The suggested CareConnect aims to bridge this gap by introducing a Telecare extension that not only manages medication adherence but also facilitates […]
Bridging the Gap: How Accounting for Social Determinants of Health Can Improve Digital Health Equity in Cardiovascular Medicine
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: In this review, we discuss the importance of digital health equity and how social determinants of health (and intersectionality with race, ethnicity, and gender) affect cardiovascular health-related outcomes in digital health trials. We propose strategies to improve digital health equity as we move to a digitally-connected world for healthcare applications and beyond.
Health Care Utilization With Telemedicine and In-Person Visits in Pediatric Primary Care
CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE: In this cohort study, telephone and video visits for pediatric primary care were associated with less prescribing and ordering than in-person visits. Telemedicine visits were associated with modestly higher rates of subsequent in-person visits and slightly higher rates of ED visits, and there was no difference in hospitalizations. Telemedicine appears to be […]

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