Tag: eHealth
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Bridging the Knowledge-to-Practice Gap: Oral Microbiome Counseling Among Saudi Dentists
Understanding the Knowledge-to-Practice Gap in Oral Microbiome Counseling The oral microbiome—home to hundreds of bacterial species, fungi, viruses, and archaea—plays a pivotal role not only in dental health but also in systemic diseases. In Saudi Arabia, where non-communicable diseases are prevalent, translating microbiome science into everyday dental care is urgent. A mixed-methods study assessing knowledge,…
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WExercise: A Smartphone App to Boost Physical Activity Among Cancer Survivors — Randomized Trial
Overview: Harnessing a smartphone app to promote physical activity in cancer survivorship Cancer survivors often face ongoing physical and psychological challenges that can hinder regular physical activity (PA). In response, researchers developed WExercise, a smartphone app rooted in the Multi-Process Action Control (M-PAC) framework to promote PA among survivors. The study reporting these findings is…
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Bridging Regions: Regional Disparities in Digital Health for Autism Care in China
Background: Digital Health as a Pathway for ASD Care Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition with rising prevalence worldwide. In China, early screening and intervention face challenges related to accessibility, time requirements, and disparities between urban and rural regions. Digital health technologies—ranging from mobile screening tools to home-based rehabilitation platforms—offer a scalable…
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Behavioral Science in Digital Therapeutics for Prediabetes: A Scoping Review
Background: Prediabetes and the Promise of Digital Therapeutics Prediabetes is a metabolic state where blood glucose levels are elevated above normal but do not meet diabetes criteria. Lifestyle modification and weight management are key to reducing progression risk. Digital therapeutics (DTx)—software-driven interventions delivered via mobile apps, web platforms, or connected devices—offer scalable, personalized support to…