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Youth vaping skyrockets as 85% are exposed to e-cig ads, despite global bans

This cross-national study reveals that 85% of young adults across four countries have been exposed to e-cigarette advertising, despite existing regulations. The research also found a significant association between the level of media exposure and the likelihood of e-cigarette use among the youth.

30 Oct 2023

Machine learning sheds light on mental health challenges faced by HCWs during COVID-19 pandemic

Machine learning reveals unique mental health struggles among healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the urgent need for specialized support. The study analyzed therapy transcripts to show how healthcare professionals faced distinct challenges, including heightened anxiety and depression.

29 Oct 2023

Is your teen's internet use helping or hurting the family? Study reveals mixed feelings from parents

Parents largely view adolescent internet use as beneficial for family connectedness but express concerns about potential addiction and exposure to harmful content. The study suggests the need for balanced family discussions on internet use and calls for regulation from tech providers and the government.

29 Oct 2023

New study aims to discover whether insomnia treatment can reduce cardiovascular disease risks

It's no secret that a good night's rest can do wonders for one's health, but those who struggle with insomnia have a nearly 50% increased risk of cardiovascular disease.

25 Oct 2023

Young people need to weigh up the benefits against risks of sexual online practices

Young people see the internet as a natural platform for their everyday romantic and sexual encounters, but at the same time, they have to weigh up the benefits against various risks and dangers.

25 Oct 2023

AI tool effectively detects distress in hospital workers' conversations

An artificial intelligence tool effectively detected distress in hospital workers' conversations with their therapists early in the pandemic, a new study shows, suggesting a potential new technology that screens for depression and anxiety.

24 Oct 2023

Psychologists warn about the dangers of rising psychological pseudoscience

A rise in psychological pseudoscience is putting people at risk, psychologists have warned, with social media and celebrity endorsements partly to blame.

24 Oct 2023

Large language models perpetuate racial bias in healthcare

The tendency of four commercial LLMs to perpetuate race-based medical misconceptions.

24 Oct 2023

New study reveals the impact of protein sources on health, environment, and economy

The sustainability of various diets based on protein sources.

23 Oct 2023

Optibrium introduces cloud-based version of StarDrop drug discovery platform

Optibrium announced that its drug discovery platform, StarDrop.

From Optibrium Ltd. 23 Oct 2023

How does technology impact nutrition management in older adults?

The use of technology in managing the nutrition of older adults.

19 Oct 2023

Michigan voters backed abortion rights. Now Democrats want to go further.

Nearly every day, Halley Crissman and her physician colleagues in Michigan must tell patients seeking abortions they're very sorry that they can't proceed with their scheduled appointments.

17 Oct 2023

Groundbreaking 3D printable prosthesis could offer amputees a low-cost solution to restore finger functionality

A groundbreaking, easy-to-use 3D printable finger prosthesis created by a recent University of Houston graduate could offer amputees a low-cost solution to restore finger functionality.

13 Oct 2023

AI language models can characterize subtle signatures in the speech of schizophrenia patients

Scientists at the UCL Institute for Neurology have developed new tools, based on AI language models, that can characterize subtle signatures in the speech of patients diagnosed with schizophrenia.

9 Oct 2023

Study: 60% of UK adults struggle to talk about health concerns with their doctors

Leading telehealth provider, Asda Online Doctor, conducted a nationwide survey to gauge public perceptions and usage of AI in relation to medical issues. The results revealed a concerning trend, with a staggering 60% of respondents admitting that they struggle to talk about their health concerns with doctors, and more than half do not turn to a doctor first when seeking medical advice.

9 Oct 2023

A telehealth model to support remote diabetes self-care

Researchers develop and test the effectiveness of a Virtual Diabetes Specialty Clinic (VDiSC), a virtual model facilitating comprehensive diabetes care remotely.

6 Oct 2023

How is TikTok's #Ozempic trend impacting diabetes patients?

A recent study analyzed TikTok videos with the hashtag "Ozempic," highlighting the platform's influence on promoting the weight loss drug. The surge in popularity resulted in medication shortages for diabetes patients, emphasizing the need for careful monitoring and collaboration among health professionals and social media platforms.

5 Oct 2023

Internet-delivered CBT may help reduce depressive symptoms in patients with multiple sclerosis

Major depressive disorder affects up to 50% of all individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) at some point during their lifetime and can lead to lower quality of life, greater disease progression and higher mortality.

27 Sep 2023

Smart capsules: the future of gut health diagnosis and monitoring?

Researchers discussed using smart and robotic capsules for sampling and sensing the gut.

26 Sep 2023

Is social media fatigue making you more likely to share fake news?

The study explores how social media fatigue, cognitive ability, and narcissistic traits influence the sharing of misinformation, particularly related to COVID-19, across eight countries. It finds that social media fatigue and narcissism are linked to higher rates of believing and sharing false information, especially among those with low cognitive ability.

20 Sep 2023

Internet News and Research

Youth vaping skyrockets as 85% are exposed to e-cig ads, despite global bans

Machine learning sheds light on mental health challenges faced by HCWs during COVID-19 pandemic

Is your teen's internet use helping or hurting the family? Study reveals mixed feelings from parents

New study aims to discover whether insomnia treatment can reduce cardiovascular disease risks

Young people need to weigh up the benefits against risks of sexual online practices

AI tool effectively detects distress in hospital workers' conversations

Psychologists warn about the dangers of rising psychological pseudoscience

Large language models perpetuate racial bias in healthcare

New study reveals the impact of protein sources on health, environment, and economy

Optibrium introduces cloud-based version of StarDrop drug discovery platform

How does technology impact nutrition management in older adults?

Michigan voters backed abortion rights. Now Democrats want to go further.

Groundbreaking 3D printable prosthesis could offer amputees a low-cost solution to restore finger functionality

AI language models can characterize subtle signatures in the speech of schizophrenia patients

Study: 60% of UK adults struggle to talk about health concerns with their doctors

A telehealth model to support remote diabetes self-care

How is TikTok's #Ozempic trend impacting diabetes patients?

Internet-delivered CBT may help reduce depressive symptoms in patients with multiple sclerosis

Smart capsules: the future of gut health diagnosis and monitoring?

Is social media fatigue making you more likely to share fake news?

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