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The article emphasizes the importance of continued support for late elementary school students in developing advanced word reading and decoding skills. It highlights the complexity of word reading and decoding, especially when dealing with complex words in English. It also discusses the significance of morphological analysis, syllable decomposition, and flexibility training as instructional strategies to help students improve their word-reading abilities in the late elementary grades.

The article focuses on the redesign of Aperture magazine, highlighting the changes made to enhance readability and accessibility while maintaining the publication's commitment to presenting diverse ideas and photography. It also explores the intersection of photography and design, emphasizing the essential role design plays in framing and enhancing the visual experience of photography.

A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine evaluated the quality and understandability of patient education materials (PEMs) related to scar management. The study found that while online PEMs included a wide range of scar management interventions, they lacked emphasis on non-invasive methods such as scar massage or sun protection. The readability of the materials was moderate, and the actionability was lacking. The researchers suggest that improving language simplicity, including visual aids, and providing specific steps for patients to take action could enhance the effectiveness of PEMs for scar management. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine explored the use of large language models (LLMs) in radiation oncology patient care. The study found that LLMs, specifically ChatGPT version 3.5, were able to generate accurate, comprehensive, and concise responses to patient questions with minimal risk of harm. The LLMs performed as well as or better than expert answers in terms of factual correctness, completeness, and conciseness. However, the LLMs did have a higher reading level compared to expert answers. The findings suggest that with some retraining, LLMs could be a valuable resource for patient queries in radiation oncology and other medical fields. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by researchers at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) found that online patient educational materials (OPEMs) for peripheral artery disease (PAD) in both English and Spanish do not meet recommended readability standards. The American Medical Association (AMA) recommends that OPEMs be written at or below a sixth-grade reading level, but the majority of OPEMs in both languages were considered difficult to read. The study suggests that health content creators, particularly hospitals and professional societies, should prioritize developing materials that are written at a level appropriate for the public in order to prevent health disparities related to literacy. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at the University of Health Sciences aimed to assess the readability of online patient education materials related to brainstem implants. The study found that all websites examined had a high level of readability, surpassing the recommended 6th-grade reading level suggested by the American Medical Association. This may hinder patients and their families from fully understanding the materials. The researchers suggest that health professionals and institutions should strive to strike a balance between scientific accuracy and readability to make these materials more accessible to a broader audience. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted at Amsterdam University Medical Center has found that an Artificial Intelligence-Large Language Model (AI-LLM) can improve the readability of knee radiology reports. The researchers inserted a prompt command into the AI-LLM to generate reports that explain the radiology findings in layman's terms. The AI-LLM-generated reports showed statistically significant improvements in readability scores compared to the original reports. However, the AI-LLM did produce some inaccurate text, so it is important for physicians to engage in collaborative discussions with patients to ensure accurate understanding. This study suggests that AI-LLMs have the potential to enhance patients' understanding of their imaging reports and reduce the burden on physicians. [Extracted from the article]

A recent report discusses the readability of online educational material about cerebrovascular diseases from major healthcare organizations. The study found that none of the organizations met the federal government guidelines for grade-level readability, with most materials being far above the recommended reading level. The researchers provide suggestions for improving the informational material to enhance patient understanding. This research has been peer-reviewed and offers valuable insights for patients seeking medical information online. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at the University of Pennsylvania explored the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve the readability of patient education materials (PEMs) on aortic stenosis (AS). The researchers used two AI dialogue platforms, ChatGPT-3.5 and Bard, to rewrite online PEMs to meet recommended reading skill levels. The results showed that both platforms successfully improved the readability of the materials, although they did not fully meet the recommended reading levels. This study suggests that AI dialogue platforms have the potential to enhance health literacy in cardiac patients in the future. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at the University of Health Sciences in Izmir, Turkey, examined the readability, reliability, quality, and content of patient education materials (PEMs) about Helicobacter pylori (H pylori) available on the internet. The study found that the readability of these materials was quite high, surpassing the recommended sixth-grade level. However, the reliability and quality of the PEMs were determined to be moderate to poor. The researchers suggest that PEMs for public health issues should be prepared with attention to readability recommendations. [Extracted from the article]

The article presents the discussion on the use of ebooks and electronic readers prefering print books, audio books, or ebooks when reading for pleasure.

A recent study conducted by researchers at Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences examined the readability and trustworthiness of websites providing information on kidney transplantation. The study found that the assessed websites were suitable for students or high school graduates, indicating that the readability level was higher than recommended. The researchers suggest that health organizations should consider readability when designing their websites. The study also found a significant association between the credibility of websites and their position on search engine results pages. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers from Stanford University School of Medicine examined the readability and reliability of online patient education materials (OPEMs) about statins, which are commonly used for the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease. The study found that the average reading grade level of these materials was 10.9, exceeding the recommended 6th grade level. Additionally, there was an inverse association between readability and reliability, with industry and commercial sources being the most readable but least reliable, while lay press sources were the most reliable. The researchers suggest that the lack of accessible, high-quality online health information may contribute to statin nonadherence. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons examined the accessibility and readability of online patient education on cutaneous lymphomas. The study found that patients often turn to the internet for information on cutaneous lymphoma, but it can be challenging to find patient-accessible education. The researchers analyzed over 1,000 webpages and found that the readability of the information exceeded the recommended grade level. They concluded that there is a need for more patient-accessible education and improved readability of existing online resources. [Extracted from the article]

Naomi Alderman's novel, "The Future," explores a near future where climate-related disasters have become commonplace. In this world, three tech billionaires position themselves as saviors while secretly planning to escape to a private bunker. The story follows three other major characters, including a doomsday cult leader's daughter and a YouTube influencer, who are determined to prevent the apocalypse. While the novel is praised for its readability and breathtaking scenes, some critics argue that it prioritizes ideas over human interaction and presents a simplistic view that money and technology can solve our problems. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at the University of Utah compared the readability of patient education materials (PEMs) in ophthalmology generated by AI chatbots to those produced by the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. The study found that the PEMs generated by ChatGPT 4.0 had the highest readability scores, indicating that they may be more difficult to read. However, when prompted to produce content at a 6th-grade reading level, both ChatGPT 4.0 and Google Bard were able to significantly improve their readability scores. The study suggests that AI tools, when guided by appropriate prompts, can generate accessible and comprehensible PEMs in the field of ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgeries. [Extracted from the article]

Aim of Study: To assess patients' comprehension of discharge instructions and to explore associated factors. Methods: Following a cross-sectional design, 300 patients aged above 14 years, who were admitted to Aseer Central Hospital, and were discharged to home, were included. A questionnaire was designed by researchers for data collection. It consisted of personal data and statements related to assessment of the patients' comprehension of discharge instructions. Results: Most participants were males (68.3%). Age of 26% was <30 years or 30-39 years (27%), while age of less than one-quarter of them (22.3%) was 40-49 years or >50 years (24.7%). Educational level of more than one-third was either secondary school (36.7%) or university education (37.7%), while 6.3% were illiterate. Most participants (85.7%) lived with their families, while 14.3% were living alone. More than half of patients (57%) did not know the side effects of their drugs, 13% of participants did not know about times of their medication intake, duration of treatment (16.7%), when to return to hospital (39.1%), or precautions after discharge (30.1%). About one-third of patients (33.7%) had poor comprehension regarding their discharge instructions, while 37.7% had moderate comprehension and 28.7% had good comprehension. More than three-quarters of patients felt satisfied about their understanding regarding discharge instructions, while 5.7% were not satisfied. About half of patients (47.7%) preferred verbal methods for having discharge instructions, 11.3% preferred written instructions, while 41% preferred both verbal and written methods. Knowledge levels were significantly lower among those aged >50 years (p=0.031). Illiterate patients had signifi- cantly lower comprehension about discharge instructions (p=0.021). Those who live with their families had significantly better knowledge than those who don't live alone (p=0.024). Their comprehension differed signifi- cantly according to their department (p=0.009), with best comprehension among those discharged from the Surgery Department, while the worst comprehension was observed among patients discharged from the Urology and Orthopedics Departments (63.6% and 48.1%, respectively). Conclusions: About one-third of patients have poor comprehension regarding their discharge instructions. Verbal methods for discharge instructions are preferred by about half of patients, while 41% prefer both verbal and written methods. Patients' poor comprehension is significantly associated with patients' illiteracy, older age (>50 years) and social isolation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A recent study conducted by Umm Al-Qura University in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, examined the content of Arabic diabetes websites targeting speakers in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The study found that the majority of these websites performed poorly in terms of quality, readability, engagement, popularity, and availability. Only two websites were HONcode certified, and none of the websites achieved a high score in the DISCERN analysis. The study concludes that there is a need for improving the content of diabetes information websites available to Arabic speakers, and collaboration between multiple stakeholders is necessary to develop websites with high-quality, easily understandable information. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by researchers at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland, aimed to assess the readability and quality of online materials related to Zenker's diverticulum. The researchers reviewed the first 50 websites that appeared in a Google search for "Zenker's diverticulum." The study found that the readability scores for both patient-oriented and physician-oriented websites were more advanced than recommended for medical education materials. However, patient-oriented sites had better readability than physician-oriented sites. The understandability and actionability scores did not differ between the two categories of websites. This research provides valuable insights into the quality of online education materials for Zenker's diverticulum. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at Florida State University evaluated the readability and quality of online patient education materials for pediatric ACL tears. The study found that the average grade level of these resources exceeded the recommended reading level, indicating that they may be too difficult for the average adult reader. However, the materials were deemed to be of good quality. The researchers emphasized the importance of considering the readability of these resources in order to improve health literacy and outcomes, particularly for patients and families of lower socioeconomic status. Physicians treating young patients with ACL tears should be aware of these online resources as they are increasingly utilized. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at Stanford University examined the readability and quality of online health information related to pediatric nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting). The researchers analyzed 36 websites and found that the majority of articles were written at a higher reading level than recommended. Additionally, the quality of the information varied, with some articles considered to be of "good" quality and others of "poor" quality. The study highlights the need for institutions to provide high-quality and easily understandable content for families seeking information on bedwetting. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Minnesota examined the availability and readability of online patient education materials related to cleft lip and palate. The study analyzed both English and Spanish language materials collected from American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association (ACPA) approved teams. The findings revealed that while there were more English materials available, both sets of materials had readability levels above the recommended grade level. The researchers suggest that improving the readability of these materials could lead to lower healthcare costs and increased patient satisfaction. [Extracted from the article]

A study compared the performance of three large language models (LLMs) in answering questions related to immuno-oncology. The LLMs evaluated were ChatGPT-4, ChatGPT-3.5, and Google Bard. The study found that ChatGPT-4 and ChatGPT-3.5 answered all questions, while Google Bard only answered 53.3% of the questions. ChatGPT-4 and ChatGPT-3.5 also had higher rates of reproducible answers, accuracy, relevance, and readability compared to Google Bard. However, the study emphasized the importance of expert verification of the LLM outputs due to the risk of inaccuracy or incompleteness. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Houston; State:Texas; United States; North and Central America; Education; Health and Medicine; Surgery; Urethroplasty EN Houston State:Texas United States North and Central America Education Health and Medicine Surgery Urethroplasty 1458 1458 1 11/06/23 20231110 NES 231110 2023 NOV 12 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week -- Fresh data on Education are presented in a new report. According to news originating from Houston, Texas, by NewsRx correspondents, research stated, "Online patient education materials (PEMs) often exceed the recommended 6th grade reading level. [Extracted from the article]

Los Angeles, State:California, United States, North and Central America, Health and Medicine, Surgery, Vasectomy Keywords: Los Angeles; State:California; United States; North and Central America; Health and Medicine; Surgery; Vasectomy EN Los Angeles State:California United States North and Central America Health and Medicine Surgery Vasectomy 823 823 1 10/24/23 20231026 NES 231026 2023 OCT 29 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week -- Investigators publish new report on Surgery - Vasectomy. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords for this news article include: Clinton Township, Michigan, United States, North and Central America, Education, Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. Keywords: Clinton Township; State:Michigan; United States; North and Central America; Education EN Clinton Township State:Michigan United States North and Central America Education 2652 2652 1 08/28/23 20230901 NES 230901 2023 SEP 1 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- New research on Education is the subject of a report. [Extracted from the article]

This study implemented an integrated system of Note Summarization (NoteSum) that merged with multi-users' notes and searched for relevant information on the Internet and, slides, and textbooks to create a summary for students to learn effectively. The integrated system's framework consists of four different modules: Topic Identification Module, Supporting Material Finding Module, Content Mapping Module and Learning Material Integrating Module. Five experiments were conducted; these resulted in the following findings. First, translating notes with the assistance of topic terms could enhance translation quality. Second, when mapping contents, NoteSum performed better in a discussion-based course rather than in a technical course. Third, the Jensen-Shannon (JS) Divergence was used to assess the generated summary that performed better for the discussion-based course. Fourth, the three attributes—presence of topic terms, number of non-topic words, and ratio of the words with important parts of speech—had different effects on different subjects. Finally, we compared NoteSum with other existing summarization systems. The results indicated that the NoteSum-generated summary was closer to students' original notes and thus resulted in better performance in readability, informativeness, and completeness. All the results confirm that our proposed NoteSum is an effective note summarization system for student learning. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Augusta, State:Georgia, United States, North and Central America, Bariatrics, Diet and Nutrition, Health and Medicine, Nutrition Disorders, Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases and Conditions, Obesity, Obesity and Diabetes, Overnutrition, Risk and Prevention Keywords: Augusta; State:Georgia; United States; North and Central America; Bariatrics; Diet and Nutrition; Health and Medicine; Nutrition Disorders; Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases and Conditions; Obesity; Obesity and Diabetes; Overnutrition; Risk and Prevention EN Augusta State:Georgia United States North and Central America Bariatrics Diet and Nutrition Health and Medicine Nutrition Disorders Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases and Conditions Obesity Obesity and Diabetes Overnutrition Risk and Prevention 159 159 1 08/07/23 20230807 NES 230807 2023 AUG 7 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Diabetes Week -- New research on Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases and Conditions - Obesity is the subject of a report. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Cardiology; Cardiovascular Diseases and Conditions; Health and Medicine EN Cardiology Cardiovascular Diseases and Conditions Health and Medicine 527 527 1 08/07/23 20230807 NES 230807 2023 AUG 7 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Cardiovascular Week -- Investigators publish new report on cardiovascular diseases and conditions. To evaluate readability and comprehension of patient education materials related to CVD, available at the American Heart Association (AHA) & CardioSmart web platform by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) websites. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the complexities of translating children's picture books, emphasizing the intricate relationship between words and images in creating a unified experience for young readers. Topics include the challenges of maintaining a book's complexity, the importance of sound and readability in picture books meant for reading aloud, and the multidimensional nature of great picture books that engage both translators and illustrators.

Keywords: Antigen Receptors; Biological Therapy; Biomedical Engineering; Biomedicine; Biotechnology; Cell Therapy; Drugs and Therapies; Immunologic Receptors; Membrane Proteins; Pharmaceuticals EN Antigen Receptors Biological Therapy Biomedical Engineering Biomedicine Biotechnology Cell Therapy Drugs and Therapies Immunologic Receptors Membrane Proteins Pharmaceuticals 1889 1889 1 06/19/23 20230623 NES 230623 2023 JUN 23 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Drug Week -- Fresh data on cell therapy are presented in a new report. By making CAR-T therapy information easily understandable, internet users can be better informed about their treatment decisions.". [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Health and Medicine; Quality of Care EN Health and Medicine Quality of Care 1393 1393 1 06/19/23 20230623 NES 230623 2023 JUN 23 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Data detailed on quality of care have been presented. It may be particularly helpful for physicians to utilize websites with favorable readability scores such as the American Thyroid Association website." The news editors obtained a quote from the research from Thomas Jefferson University: "For each search term, the first 10 websites were analyzed with a total of 40 websites analyzed. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information about the open source app, SimplyE, developed by the New York Public Library.

Health and Medicine, Knee Injury, Musculoskeletal Diseases and Conditions, Orthopedics University of Missouri School of Medicine Researchers Release New Data on Knee Injury (Reducing the Use of Complex Words and Reducing Sentence Length to <15 Words Improves Readability of Patient Education Materials Regarding Sports Medicine...) Keywords: Health and Medicine; Knee Injury; Musculoskeletal Diseases and Conditions; Orthopedics EN Health and Medicine Knee Injury Musculoskeletal Diseases and Conditions Orthopedics 7863 7863 1 03/23/23 20230310 NES 230310 2023 MAR 10 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Researchers detail new data in knee injury. [Extracted from the article]

In this article the author talks about the great rock outcrop known as Castle Hill, which officially the Baranof Castle State Historical Site, provides a commanding view of Sitka Harbor and the surrounding city. It mentions that the castle was occupied by the U.S. Army commanders for a decade, then remained an administrative center until it burned in 1894.

The article offers information on the tips for good writing. Topics discussed include importance of brain storming activity in generating the ideas and arranging them in order; usage of graphic devices such as bold headings and bullets in packing a message for easy readability; handing difficult situation with correct writing skills; and importance of credibility in message as expertise, trustworthiness and goodwill were common criteria people use to measure credibility.

Keywords: Bone Diseases and Conditions; Craniofacial; Craniofacial Abnormalities; Craniosynostoses; Craniosynostosis; Dysostoses; Health and Medicine; Musculoskeletal Abnormalities; Musculoskeletal Diseases and Conditions; Neurology; Neurosurgery; Synostosis EN Bone Diseases and Conditions Craniofacial Craniofacial Abnormalities Craniosynostoses Craniosynostosis Dysostoses Health and Medicine Musculoskeletal Abnormalities Musculoskeletal Diseases and Conditions Neurology Neurosurgery Synostosis 2023 FEB 20 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Pain & Central Nervous System Week -- A new study on craniosynostosis is now available. Bone Diseases and Conditions, Craniofacial, Craniofacial Abnormalities, Craniosynostoses, Craniosynostosis, Dysostoses, Health and Medicine, Musculoskeletal Abnormalities, Musculoskeletal Diseases and Conditions, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Synostosis. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Algorithms; Education; Health and Medicine; Online Education; Orthopedic Surgery; Orthopedics; Surgery EN Algorithms Education Health and Medicine Online Education Orthopedic Surgery Orthopedics Surgery 2023 FEB 19 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week -- A new study on orthopedic surgery is now available. Algorithms, Education, Health and Medicine, Online Education, Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgery. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Health and Medicine; Public Health EN Health and Medicine Public Health 2023 FEB 17 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Investigators publish new report on public health. According to the news editors, the research concluded: "The printed materials were well-matched after evaluation by the RAM and the SAM checklist, the Gunning-Fog Index and the cloze test. [Extracted from the article]