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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Aphasia After Stroke: Can Self-Management Make a Difference?

Aphasia is a tough condition. It makes speaking or understanding language hard. Many people get it after a stroke. Self-management strategies can really help stroke survivors live better. But what about those with aphasia? They often get overlooked in research. So, can self-management help them too

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Hospital Heroes: Shedding Light on Malnutrition in East Wollega

''Can nurses and doctors in Ethiopia fully grasp and tackle malnutrition in adults? Maybe not always. This issue is overlooked and overshadowed by other aspects of patient care. In some areas of Ethiopia, hospitals are working hard, but they are fighting an uphill battle. Most of them are

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

'Beating the Blues With pixels'

In the heart of South Africa, smart technologies come to the rescue in assisting those dealing with anxiety and depression. There are many challenges that stop people in getting the help they need. Hurdles are numerous, especially those who live outside urban areas. Accessing mental h

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

The Role of Government in Boosting Pharmaceutical Innovation

Imagine a world where government subsidies significantly impact the decisions of pharmaceutical companies. This isn't just a hypothetical scenario; it's a reality shaped by the strategic interplay between public investment and corporate innovation. Let's dive into the complexities of this d

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

A New Hope In Pain Relief.

In a significant development, the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given the green light to a new non-opioid painkiller. Called Journavx. This new medicine is a big deal because it's the first of its kind to target pain signals in the peripheral nervous system. This means it stops pain b

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Link Between Gut Bacteria and Stroke Risk

Picture this: Bacteria living in your mouth and gut might be pulling the strings behind strokes. A recent study put two groups under the microscope: 189 people who had strokes and 55 who hadn't. The study found that one particular bacteria, Streptococcus anginosus, was hanging out way more in the s

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Mom and Baby Print - Let's Fix Healthcare Technology

Imagine the time when a mom needs healthcare the most . When we talk about moms and babies there is a critical window of opportunity. This is called the perinatal period. Improving healthcare during this time is super important. It will make sure both moms and babies get the best care . That's wh

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Bridging the Gap: How Health Tech Can Fight Inequality

Imagine a world where health advice is as personalized as a Netflix recommendation. Health recommender systems (HRS) are stepping into the game as an emerging field in digital health. These smarts systems assess information from multiple layers of influence that shape our habits and decisions about

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Finding the Signs Early

About 2 years ago, a dangerous virus called COVID-19, forced many countries, including the United States, to take extreme measures, like lockdowns and face masks, to stop it from spreading. These steps saved lives, but also had big costs, both economically and socially. So, everyone started looking

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Smoking Cessation: What Really Gets People to Quit?

When you think about keeping 35 to 64-year-olds from blowing smoke, campaigns typically focus on quick fixes or shock tactics, but science thinks longer term is better for the brain. Researchers in Canada decided to try something different. A program for long-term engagement (LTE) was integrated i

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