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How well do text messages and apps really help after a hospital stay?

May 30, 2026

After leaving the hospital, many patients get a call from a nurse to check on them. That’s helpful, but hospitals don’t always have enough staff to make those calls. Some places now use text messages or patient apps to send reminders and health tips instead. The idea is good—fewer people end up back

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Do fitness apps really help workers move more and sit less?

May 8, 2026

Many people spend most of their day at work, often sitting for long hours. This can lead to health problems like back pain or fatigue. Some companies now use mobile apps to encourage workers to move more and sit less. These apps remind users to take short walks or stand up occasionally. They also tr

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Can Mobile Apps Really Help You Stay Fit and Healthy?

February 18, 2026

People worldwide are struggling with obesity. It's a big problem. Many turn to mobile apps for help with exercise, eating better, and losing weight. But do these apps really work? They often focus on getting people to plan to change. But planning doesn't always lead to action. So, the apps might not

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How Tech is Helping Lung Cancer Patients Take Control

February 12, 2026

Lung cancer patients now have a new ally in their fight against the disease. The ALIBIRD mHealth platform is a digital health tool designed to help patients manage their symptoms and improve their overall well-being. This platform is part of a growing trend in mobile health (mHealth), which aims to

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A New Approach to Health and Well-being: The LvL UP Experiment

January 4, 2026

The LvL UP experiment is a new way to think about health. It combines physical activity, diet, and emotional well-being into one program. This is not just another health app. It uses a chatbot for support and human coaches to adapt to each person's needs. The goal is to see if this approach works.

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How Weight Affects Your Use of Health Apps

December 2, 2025

People are using health apps and wearables more than ever. These tools help with diet, exercise, and tracking health. But not everyone uses them the same way. Body weight seems to play a role in how much people engage with these digital health tools. Some people stick with them, while others drop of

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Helping People at Risk of Dementia Through Mobile Tech

November 5, 2025

Dementia is a growing concern, especially among migrants and people with lower incomes. These groups face a higher chance of developing dementia. But there's hope. Mobile health, or mHealth, is a tool that could help. It's all about using phones and apps to make lifestyle changes. This can reduce th

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Mobile Tech Steps In to Help Parents Raise Healthier Kids

October 24, 2025

Parents are the first teachers for kids. They help shape habits that last a lifetime. But helping kids stay healthy can be tough. Many programs focus on just one parent. They also don't always look at how parents work together. This is where mobile health, or mHealth, comes in. mHealth uses phones

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Walking Again: Can Mobile Tech Help Stroke Survivors Move More?

October 23, 2025

Stroke survivors often struggle to stay active. This can lead to more health problems. A recent study looked at how mobile health (mHealth) tools might help. The goal was to see if these tools could encourage stroke survivors to move more. The study had a unique design. It was called a Sequential M

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Can a Phone App Help Young Adults with High Blood Pressure?

August 7, 2025

High blood pressure in young adults is a sneaky problem. It often goes unnoticed because there are no obvious signs. This makes it hard to track how many people are affected. A new study is looking into whether a mobile health app can help manage this issue. The study is testing a practical approac