Cancer patients often face a tough choice: wait years for a drug proven to work or try newer treatments that might help but aren’t fully tested yet. In the U. S. , one program lets patients get early access to drugs with less evidence, as long as there’s some sign they might help. But do patients re
People over 60 in the UK often have peripheral artery disease, a long‑term blockage of blood vessels that can lead to serious heart or limb problems. Even though doctors recommend medicines and lifestyle changes that lower the risk of bad events, many patients do not keep up with their treatment pla
Patients are becoming more involved in creating new medicines. This is a big deal because their input can make a real difference. However, not everyone understands how valuable this is from the patient's point of view. There are some clear benefits. Patients feel more in control. Trials can be bett
People are increasingly sharing their health journeys on social media. A recent study looked at how patients discuss total ankle replacements on Facebook and Instagram. The study found that most posts were about recovery milestones, not complications. This might give a skewed view of the procedure.
In the battle against HIV, a powerful weapon called PrEP exists, but it is not being used enough. PrEP, or pre-exposure prophylaxis, can prevent HIV infection. Emergency departments in cities could be a great place to offer PrEP. However, it is not clear if patients in these departments would be ope
For many people, anxiety disorders are a daily struggle. These include panic disorder, agoraphobia, and social anxiety disorder. These conditions can make everyday situations feel overwhelming. But what if technology could offer a helping hand? It can, and it does. Virtual reality exposure therapy
The idea of integrated care has been around in China for a while. However, there is not enough proof to show how well it works, especially in less developed regions. To fill this gap, a recent effort focused on understanding how patients experience these services. The goal was to find practical ways
Gender plays a huge role in how people receive care at the end of their lives. This isn't just about physical help, but also social, spiritual, and emotional support. Throughout history, gender has shaped many choices people make. Now, there's a growing need for palliative care worldwide, and this n
Cancer treatment often needs a team of specialists across different areas of medicine. The Care Coordination Instrument (CCI) is designed to gather feedback from cancer patients about how well their care is coordinated. Researchers set out to create a German version of the CCI (CCI-DE). This involve
Lupus, a complicated autoimmune disease, affects people differently every day. So, what's most important for patients? That's what researchers wanted to find out. They talked to patients to get their views. The goal? To figure out the best things to measure using digital health tools. These could be
