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This study tests different methods to stop the spread of dangerous bacteria in operating rooms and reduce infections after surgery. About 6,000 people having hip, knee, or spine surgery will take part. The goal is to find the best way to keep patients safe from infections.

This study tests whether a web-based app called SpinePal is usable and acceptable for people recovering from spine surgery. The app offers pain education, cognitive-behavioral skills, mindfulness, and guided imagery. Ten participants scheduled for lumbar or cervical fusion will u…

This study tests whether a college biology course that includes daily mindfulness practice can improve students' mindfulness, well-being, and reduce their physical stress response. 89 undergraduate students will take the 10-week 'Mindful Physiology' course, which combines lecture…

This study looks at how cannabis ads that claim to help with anxiety or depression affect what people buy. About 2,000 light-to-moderate cannabis users with mild to severe anxiety or depression will shop in a realistic online store. Some see ads with mental health claims, others …

This pilot study in Guinea-Bissau will see if monthly growth checks by local health workers can reduce severe malnutrition in children aged 6 months to 5 years. About 400 children from two villages will take part. The study also compares three ways to measure arm size to find the…