BACKGROUND To the general public, the Internet is an acceptable method of obtaining information. It also plays an important role in guiding patients and solving their problems. We investigated the clinical characteristics of an Internet website to provide guidelines and tips for consultation. MATERIALS AND METHODS In this retrospective observational study, we analyzed the use of a free public...

The use of nonprescription medicines (NPDs) for children illnesses without a doctor's suggestion can lead to unnecessary medication use and is not free of risks. The aim of our study was to examine attitudes and practice of parents towards NPDs use for their children. We also investigated the conditions that may predict NPDs use. A cross-sectional survey was conducted on parents of children att...

This study aimed to examine the effects of empowerment and education intervention to promote Advance Care Planning (ACP) for residents in a highly aged and depopulated region. The study utilized a single-group preand post-test design and was conducted in Osakikamijima, Hiroshima, Japan. The researchers and town officials together formed an ACP committee and created an intervention framework. An...

BACKGROUND The vast majority of patients with psychological problems are seen solely by their GP, but little is known about patients' perspectives regarding the variety of consultation skills that may be used in routine GP consultations with these patients. AIM To identify which aspects of GP consultations patients presenting with psychological problems experience as helpful or unhelpful. D...

anxiety is a common mental disorder of pregnancy leading to adverse maternal and fetal pregnancy outcomes. hence, preparation of effective approaches for reduction of anxiety is an issue of importance. accordingly, this study was performed to determine the efficacy of group obstetric consultation on anxiety control in pregnant women in non-severe cases. in this randomized clinical trial, 90 pre...

the article of marc jamoulle shows the importance of the contribution of general practitioners (gps) in improving the quality and the efficiency of the health systems. starting from the concept of quaternary prevention for reducing excessive costs in the preventive procedures, he suggests a change of paradigm in every daily activity of the gp in order to have a stronger ethical approach to the ...

<p><span lang="EN-US">A consultation is an act of discussing a certain issue between two or more parties. Consultation considered very important especially in the context higher education. The Novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has shifted education paradigm into digital dependency, including management students and academicians. However, lack studies been conducted on roles...

background: dietary diversity score (dds) measurement was used to assessment of diet quality in different disease like cardiovascular disease. one way to improve the cardiovascular patient's ability is cardiac rehabilitation program that include exercise training, nutrition consultation and psychological treatment. no study was designed to compare the dds before and after dietary consultation a...