Tag: telehealth
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Nurturing Youth Mental Health in a Connected World: Lessons from Dar es Salaam
Understanding the Digital Era’s Impact on Youth Mental Health The rapid spread of smartphones and social media has reshaped how adolescents learn, socialize, and cope with stress. In a connected world, online interactions are not optional; they are woven into daily life. For cities like Dar es Salaam and communities worldwide, this reality brings opportunities…
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Primefocus Health and Marshall Health Network Extend Collaboration to Support Breast Cancer Clinic
Overview of the Expanded Collaboration Primefocus Health and Marshall Health Network have renewed and expanded their partnership to boost remote care for breast cancer patients. Building on a successful initial pilot, the collaboration aims to provide accessible, high-quality care through a connected care model that supports clinicians, patients, and families across regions. The program focuses…
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When to Treat Sick Kids at Home During a Flu Surge: Guidance for Parents
Growing Flu Activity and What It Means for Families As flu activity climbs ahead of the holidays, health providers are urging parents to manage mild cases at home and avoid large gatherings. Hospitals are seeing crowded emergency departments, making it harder for families with serious needs to access timely care. This article offers practical guidance…
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Antidepressants in Pregnancy: FDA Panel Questions vs Docs
FDA Panel Questions Antidepressants in Pregnancy In a recent session, members of an FDA advisory panel scrutinized the safety and necessity of using antidepressants during pregnancy. The discussions highlighted the ongoing tension between ensuring fetal safety and acknowledging the real-world needs of pregnant people who experience depression or anxiety. While some panelists raised concerns about…
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New national recommendations boost care for traumatic brain injury patients
Introduction: A Turning Point in Traumatic Brain Injury Care Traumatic brain injury (TBI) affects millions of Americans each year, often leading to lasting health challenges that ripple through families and communities. In response, national health authorities have issued new recommendations designed to standardize and elevate the care that TBI patients receive—from the moment of injury…
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Personalized Pain Care Could Transform Life for Australians with Parkinson’s
Understanding the Hidden Burden: Pain in Parkinson’s Disease Parkinson’s disease is widely associated with tremors and mobility challenges, yet many Australians living with the condition also wrestle with persistent, non-motor pain. In a country where 1 in roughly 180 people are diagnosed with Parkinson’s, the burden of pain compounds already difficult days, impacting sleep, mood,…
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Singapore Faces Obesity and Mental Health Challenge Amid Health Gains
Singapore’s Health Panorama: Gains with Emerging Risks Singaporeans are generally getting healthier, with rising screening rates, more physical activity, and better control of certain chronic conditions. Yet the latest National Population Health Survey (NPHS) reveals two stubborn vulnerabilities: obesity and poor mental health, especially among younger adults. Health Minister Ong Ye Kung warned that these…
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Singapore Tackles Rising Obesity and Mental Health Challenges While Healthier Trends Grow
Singapore’s Mixed Health Picture: Progress Amidst Rising Obesity and Mental Health Concerns Singapore’s latest National Population Health Survey (NPHS) paints a nuanced picture: residents are generally healthier and more health-conscious, with improvements in physical activity, screening rates, and reduction in certain chronic conditions. Yet two critical public health challenges—rising obesity rates and poorer mental health—demand…
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Singapore’s Health Outlook: Gains in Screening and Activity But Obesity and Mental Health Demand Urgent Attention
Overview: Progress Amid New Health Challenges Singapore’s latest National Population Health Survey (NPHS) paints a complex health picture. Residents are generally becoming healthier and more health-conscious, with rising physical activity, higher screening rates, and a decline in certain chronic diseases. Yet obesity and poor mental health—especially among younger adults—have moved to the forefront as urgent…
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Lessons Learned From Over 20 Years of Telemedicine Services in India: A Scoping Review (2000–2023)
Overview India has been a global leader in telemedicine well before the COVID-19 pandemic. A comprehensive scoping review of telemedicine services launched from 2000 to 2023 maps how India designed, scaled, and evaluated these digital health initiatives. The findings illuminate what has worked at scale, where challenges persist, and how policymakers and health systems can…