Article
Rheumatology
Anna Molto, Laure Gossec, Serge Poiraudeau, Pascal Claudepierre, Martin Soubrier, Francoise Fayet, Daniel Wendling, Philippe Gaudin, Emmanuelle Dernis, Sandrine Guis, Sophie Pouplin, Adeline Ruyssen-Witrand, Gerard Chales, Xavier Mariette, Catherine Beauvais, Bernard Combe, Rene-Marc Flipo, Pascal Richette, Isabelle Chary-Valckenaere, Alain Saraux, Jean Sibilia, Thierry Schaeverbeke, Maxime Dougados
Summary: The study evaluated the impact of a nurse-led program on self-management and self-assessment for disease activity in young axial spondyloarthritis population, showing short-term benefits in terms of disease activity, exercises, and physical activity over one year.
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Perjohan Lindfors, Erland Axelsson, Karin Engstrand, Stine Storsrud, Pernilla Jerlstad, Hans Tornblom, Brjann Ljotsson, Magnus Simren, Gisela Ringstrom
Summary: Two trials compared Internet-delivered vs face-to-face education for patients with IBS, showing no significant difference in severity scoring. While most patients preferred Internet-delivered education, face-to-face education had higher credibility and produced a larger increase in self-rated knowledge.
CLINICAL GASTROENTEROLOGY AND HEPATOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Margaret Whillier, Jane Musial, Helen L. MacLaughlin
Summary: The study demonstrated that the OzDAFNE program received positive feedback from participants, with high satisfaction reported. Participants reported increased confidence, knowledge improvement, and ongoing implementation of principles leading to improved diabetes management. The patient-centered approach of OzDAFNE was valued by participants, resulting in significant improvements in diabetes control.
DIABETES RESEARCH AND CLINICAL PRACTICE
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Bryan A. Sisk, Alison L. Antes, Christine Bereitschaft, Madi Enloe, Sunny Lin, Meghana Srinivas, Fabienne Bourgeois, James M. Dubois
Summary: This study explores the efforts, barriers, and future goals of engaging adolescents in using online patient portals in US children's hospitals through qualitative interviews with informatics administrators.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Jorge C. Correia, Ahmed Waqas, Teoh Soo Huat, Karim Gariani, Francois R. Jornayvaz, Alain Golay, Zoltan Pataky
Summary: Therapeutic patient education interventions have been found to significantly improve biomedical and psychosocial outcomes for patients with diabetes mellitus and obesity, with positive effects on blood sugar levels and body weight. These interventions are equally effective when delivered through different modes and delivery agents.
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Ryan P. Fleming, Sara R. Vazquez, Daniel M. Witt
Summary: Warfarin patient self-management (PSM) is shown to be effective and safe in clinical trials in Europe, but is underutilized in the United States. This study describes successful implementation of a PSM program in a U.S. academic health system, resulting in improved INR control and reduced pharmacist workload.
JOURNAL OF THROMBOSIS AND THROMBOLYSIS
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Gizem Cansiz, Ayse Arikan Donmez, Sevgisun Kapucu, Pinar Borman
Summary: This study found that the self-management lymphedema education program had significant effects on lymphedema, lymphedema-related symptoms, patient compliance, activities of daily living, and patient activation in patients with breast cancer-related lymphedema.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ONCOLOGY NURSING
(2022)
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Benjamin Rose-Davis, William Van Woensel, Samina Raza Abidi, Elizabeth Stringer, Syed Sibte Raza Abidi
Summary: This study proposes an Extended Model of Argument (EMA) dialogue model and modelling process to support educational dialogue systems. The qualitative evaluation confirms the ability of EMA to offer credible and appropriate dialogues, and the utility of dialogue systems in educating JIA patients and their families.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INFORMATICS
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Espen Sagsveen, Marit By Rise, Heidi Westerlund, Kjersti Gronning, Ola Bratas
Summary: This study explored the experiences of HLC professionals involving service user representatives in planning, delivering, and evaluating health services. The involvement of service user representatives varied among HLCs, with the primary rationale being to include their unique experiential knowledge for quality assurance. The choice of representatives depended on the purpose of involvement, and genuine involvement required clarification of the rationale and role of the representatives.
Article
Surgery
Lauren T. Gleason, Rongbing Xie, Lauren Wood, Connie Shao, Isabel C. Dos Santos Marques, James M. Donahue, Benjamin Wei, James Davies, Gregory D. Kennedy, Daniel I. Chu
Summary: This study aimed to explore the cost-benefits of patient engagement technologies (PETs) in perioperative care. The results showed that PET did not increase costs in any specialty and was associated with benefits for patients undergoing elective surgery, including lower costs, shorter length of stay, and higher patient satisfaction.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Peter Tardi, Brigitta Szilagyi, Alexandra Makai, Monika Gyuro, Pongrac Acs, Melinda Jaromi, Balint Molics, Marta Hock
Summary: The study validated the Hungarian version of the Osteoporosis Knowledge Assessment Tool and found significant associations between knowledge level and factors such as age, education level, profession, and family history.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Delio Castaneda, Sergio Cuellar
Summary: The paper is the first systematic review of the evolution of knowledge sharing in business education, showing that knowledge sharing is growing in virtual environments. It recommends that business schools reduce lecture time and increase student interaction and collective reflection.
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Gretchen A. Youssef
Summary: The article highlights Gretchen Youssef's extensive experience and research achievements in the field of diabetes care, emphasizing the importance of diabetes management and prevention, as well as her commitment to improving the quality of life for diabetes patients.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
A. Geirhos, M. Stephan, M. Wehrle, C. Mack, E. -M. Messner, A. Schmitt, H. Baumeister, Y. Terhorst, L. B. Sander
Summary: This study evaluates diabetes self-management mobile health applications available from European app stores and finds that most apps have moderate quality, lack scientific evidence, and have limited implementation of persuasive system design principles. The study also highlights the need for improvement in the interaction of physical and behavioral health in existing diabetes self-management mobile health applications.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
M. Rubaek, M. F. Hitz, T. Holmberg, B. M. T. Schonwandt, S. Andersen
Summary: All studies found an effect on physical function in osteoporosis patient education, but results were inconclusive for other themes. Further research is needed in this area to better understand the impact of patient education on osteoporosis outcomes.
OSTEOPOROSIS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Rehabilitation
Marie-Louise Bird, Shandell Elmer, Richard H. Osborne, Anna Flittner, Jane O'Brien
Summary: Health literacy learning modules designed for physiotherapists in private practice are effective in improving their knowledge and competencies. Professional development training can alter physiotherapists' understanding of their role in promoting health literacy.
PHYSIOTHERAPY THEORY AND PRACTICE
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Eva Brorsen, Trine D. Rasmussen, Claus T. Ekstrom, Richard H. Osborne, Sarah F. Villadsen
Summary: Pregnant immigrant women reported lower means of Active engagement with healthcare providers compared to ethnic Danish women. The differences in Active engagement were smallest among European immigrants and largest among Syrian immigrant women. Increased health literacy responsiveness is needed in maternity care to address potential differential care and health inequity.
SCANDINAVIAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Allergy
Laure F. Pittet, Nicole L. Messina, Kaya Gardiner, Bridget Freyne, Veronica Abruzzo, Kate L. Francis, Clare Morrison, Christel Zufferey, Peter Vuillermin, Katrina J. Allen, Anne-Louise Ponsonby, Roy Robins-Browne, Frank Shann, Katie L. Flanagan, Rod Phillips, Susan Donath, Dan Casalaz, Nigel Curtis
Summary: There is insufficient evidence to recommend neonatal BCG vaccination in all infants for the prevention of eczema in the first year of life; however, a modest beneficial effect was observed among high-risk infants. A single dose of BCG-Denmark soon after birth could reduce the incidence of eczema in infants with two atopic parents.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Sladjana Arsenovic, Olufemi Oyewole, Goran Trajkovic, Richard H. Osborne, Megan Wiltshire-Fletcher, Teodora Gazibara, Darija Kisic Tepavcevic, Tatjana Pekmezovic, Tatjana Gazibara
Summary: The study translated the Health Literacy Questionnaire (HLQ) into Serbian and examined its psychometric characteristics. The results showed that each domain of the Serbian version of HLQ had acceptable construct validity and overall good reliability.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Charlotte C. Poot, Eline Meijer, Marjolein Fokkema, Niels H. Chavannes, Richard H. Osborne, Lars Kayser
Summary: The study aimed to translate and culturally adapt the eHealth Literacy Questionnaire (eHLQ) into Dutch and gather initial validity evidence. The Dutch version of the eHLQ demonstrated strong properties for assessing eHealth literacy in the Dutch context. It can be used by researchers, eHealth developers, and policy makers to identify eHealth literacy needs and inform the development of eHealth interventions to ensure equitable access and use of digital health technologies.
Article
Sport Sciences
Richard Weiler, Osman Hassan Ahmed, Willem van Mechelen, Evert Verhagen, Caroline Bolling
Summary: This qualitative study explores the perceptions of concussion, concussion risks, and prevention among English blind 5-a-side footballers in order to improve para concussion care. The study found that blind footballers lacked understanding of their own concussion experiences and believed that the diagnosis and experience of a concussion differed for individuals without vision. The severity of perceived concussions and previous concussion experiences influenced their reporting behaviors. Factors such as spatial orientation and sleep, which are important for daily functioning, were affected by concussions but are not adequately addressed in current assessment tools or clinical guidance for sports-related concussions.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ziying Wu, Yilun Wang, Yuqing Zhang, Kim L. Bennell, Daniel K. White, Liusong Shen, Wei Ren, Jie Wei, Chao Zeng, Guanghua Lei
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a decline in daily steps and physical activity levels. Studies show that over 7000 steps per day is the minimum standard for reducing the risk of all-cause mortality. The confinement period of COVID-19 has led to a significant decrease in daily steps among the general adult population.
JMIR PUBLIC HEALTH AND SURVEILLANCE
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jane M. Fry, Jo Antoniades, Jeromey B. Temple, Richard H. Osborne, Christina Cheng, Kerry Hwang, Bianca Brijnath
Summary: With an ageing population and complex healthcare systems, health literacy is increasingly important. This study examined health literacy strengths and challenges among older Australians (aged 65 and over) and identified factors related to their health literacy profiles. The results showed that older age, English proficiency, higher education levels, better self-assessed health, and certain chronic conditions were associated with higher health literacy. Interventions are needed to improve individual health literacy and healthcare system responsiveness to meet the needs of underserviced community members.
HEALTH PROMOTION JOURNAL OF AUSTRALIA
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Kenth Louis Joseph, Hanne Dagfinrud, Kare Birger Hagen, Kristine Roren Norden, Camilla Fongen, Ole-Martin Wold, Rana S. Hinman, Rachel K. Nelligan, Kim L. Bennell, Anne Therese Tveter
Summary: This study aimed to describe adherence to a 12-week web-based aerobic exercise program in patients with hip or knee osteoarthritis, compare characteristics between adherent and non-adherent individuals, and identify barriers for exercising. Results showed that half of the patients adhered to the program, and the most frequently reported barrier was sickness.
JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Ellyn van der Veeken, Brett James Manley, Louise Owen, Omar Kamlin, Calum Roberts, Sophie Newman, Kate Francis, Susan Donath, Peter Davis, Rocco Cuzzilla, Kate Alison Hodgson
Summary: This study aimed to compare the effect of nasal high flow (nHF) and standard care on cerebral oxygenation during neonatal intubation. The results showed that neonates receiving nHF had more stable cerebral oxygen saturation compared to those receiving standard care during intubation.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Shilpa Aggarwal, Kate L. Francis, S. Ghazaleh Dashti, George Patton
Summary: This study investigates the association between child marriage and mental health in girls, finding that poor mental health is both preceding and a consequence of early marriage. The findings highlight the importance of considering mental health in policies and programs aimed at reducing early marriage and protecting the mental health of young brides.
LANCET REGIONAL HEALTH - SOUTHEAST ASIA
(2023)
Article
Primary Health Care
Belinda L. Tominc, Kate L. Francis, Susan M. Sawyer, Jessica A. Heerde, Jenny O'Neill, Dot Henning
Summary: This study aims to evaluate the proportion of young people experiencing homelessness who receive immunizations and the impact of a nurse-led immunization program on vaccination coverage. The results show that integrating an immunization nurse within a youth homelessness service significantly increased the percentage of young people up-to-date with routine vaccinations. It is common for young people accessing homelessness services to have incomplete vaccination coverage, and encountering an immunization nurse during support services can improve this situation.
JOURNAL OF PRIMARY CARE AND COMMUNITY HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Amalie Sogaard Nielsen, Lisa Hanna, Birgit Furstrand Larsen, Charlotte W. Appel, Richard H. Osborne, Lars Kayser
Summary: This study explored the differences between users and non-users of digital patient-reported outcomes in the care of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). The results showed that the user and non-user groups differed most strongly in terms of emotional distress. Cluster analysis revealed that different profiles of users and non-users had various difficulties and reservations towards digital solutions. These difficulties were moderately correlated with dissatisfaction and low acceptability. The dimensions of the Readiness and Enablement Index for Health Technology (ReadHy) may help to better understand the specific needs of people with IBD when accessing digital patient-reported outcomes, leading to higher acceptability and improved quality of care.
HEALTH INFORMATICS JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Christine R. Borge, Marie H. Larsen, Richard H. Osborne, Eivind Engebretsen, Marit H. Andersen, Ingrid Asbjornsen Holter, Marit Leine, Astrid K. Wahl
Summary: The study revealed that patients with COPD require enhanced sense of security, alleviation of burden from insufficient knowledge on COPD and lack of informational flow, support for endurance and self-management motivation, as well as reinforcement of dignity. However, there is a gap between patients' HL needs and HCPs' capabilities, highlighting the importance for HCPs to improve their own HL to address these needs.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Xavier Debussche, Jessica Caroupin-Soupoutevin, Maryvette Balcou-Debussche, Michele Fassier, Catherine Boegner, Melanie Hawkins, Delphine Ballet, Richard H. Osborne, Catherine Corbeau
Summary: This study explores the health literacy needs of migrant populations using the HLQ, demonstrating the importance of understanding both strengths and weaknesses to effectively respond to complex challenges faced by vulnerable individuals.
JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH-HEIDELBERG
(2022)