University Of Puerto Rico

This pilot study tested a Spanish-language chronic-disease self-management program called 'Tomando control de su salud' in 47 adults with Long-COVID and at least one other chronic condition in Puerto Rico. The goal was to see if the program could improve quality of life, reduce f…

This study tested whether having a therapy dog present during dental treatment helps children aged 4 to 12 who are afraid of the dentist behave better and feel calmer. Twenty children each had two dental visits—one without a dog and one with a trained therapy dog. Researchers com…

This study looked at 150 Caribbean Hispanic adults with heart disease or stroke risk who take the blood thinner clopidogrel. Researchers wanted to see if certain gene variants affect how well the drug works. The goal is to understand why some people get less benefit and to pave t…