Background: In the Netherlands, primary care dietitians are the preferred health care professionals for weight management in patients living with overweight and obesity. A clinically relevant weight loss of ≥5% is associated with positive health outcomes. However, a significant proportion of patients …

Neck pain is a common condition that hinders people's daily functioning. The care of people with non-specific neck pain requires a personalised biopsychosocial approach. However, integrating psychological factors in therapeutic interventions remains a challenge. Understanding psychological mechanisms …

Introduction Resistance to antibiotics is an increasing worldwide problem. Hence, identifying and implementing the use of alternatives to antibiotics is crucial. A prototype app providing evidence-based advice on the use of safe and effective natural medicinal products (NMPs) for acute, uncomplicated …

Interprofessionele samenwerking (IPS) tussen onderwijs en jeugdhulpverlening is essentieel voor inclusiever onderwijs en het ondersteunen van leerlingen met onderwijszorgbehoeftes. In het project Samen Sterker wordt de samenwerking onderzocht tussen onderwijs- en jeugdhulpprofessionals die samen interventies …

Dit onderzoeksinstrument heeft als doel om de (ervaren)interprofessionele samenwerking tussen onderwijs- en jeugdhulpprofessionals in kaart te brengen. Interprofessioneel samenwerken is belangrijk om leerlingen met een ingewikkelde zorgvraag goed te ondersteunen, zowel op beleids- als uitvoeringsniveau. …

This study analyzes how consumers in Germany and the Benelux perceive ready-made meals. Using a combination of surveys and in-depth interviews, five value dimensions are evaluated: taste, health, convenience, sustainability, and price/value. The results show that taste and convenience are the main drivers …

Artificial intelligence, the simulation of human intelligence by computers and machines, has found its way into healthcare, helping surgeons, doctors, radiologists, and many more. However, over 80% of healthcare professionals consists of people working in allied health professions such as nurses, physiotherapists, …

Many primary care professionals are involved in caring for home-dwelling older adults with dementia. The complexity of older adult care has increased the necessity of collaborative initiatives.1 In the Dutch healthcare system, most allied health professionals are active in primary care as independent …

Introduction: Self-management for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is essential in preventing relapse and rehospitalization. This study aimed to adapt a self-management-supporting digital monitoring system that was designed for COPD patients at home, to older patients with COPD …