Iatrogenic disease

This study tested a program called MOVIN that encourages older adults (65+) to walk while in the hospital. The goal was to prevent loss of function and reduce hospital readmissions. Researchers enrolled 765 patients and nurses on hospital units to see if changing the culture arou…

This pilot study tested a care system designed to prevent older adults (70+) from losing independence while in the hospital. One hospital unit used the new system, where staff were trained to prevent iatrogenic dependency, while another unit provided routine care. The study enrol…

This study tests whether a gamified physical therapy software, called Yoomi, can help older hospital patients exercise safely in their beds. The goal is to see if this fun, interactive approach can preserve muscle strength and function during a hospital stay, reducing the need fo…

This study looks at whether hospitals can safely reduce the use of fall prevention alarms. About 300 hospital staff and units will try different strategies like education and feedback to see if they can lower alarm use without increasing patient falls. The goal is to improve pati…

This study tested whether the POSOS app helps emergency doctors detect drug-induced harm (iatrogenesis) in simulated patient cases. 85 doctors were randomly assigned to use the app or not, and their answers were compared. The goal is to see if the app improves accuracy and speed …

This study tested a new computer tool designed to help anesthesia clinicians avoid medication errors in the operating room. Forty anesthesia staff members used either the new tool or the standard method in a realistic simulation with a manikin and fake patient data. Researchers m…

This study followed 1100 adults with severe obesity who took WEGOVY (semaglutide) for 12 months. Researchers collected data on weight, eating habits, and blood markers to see how the drug worked in different groups. The goal is to use this information, along with artificial intel…