The COVID-19 pandemic and the Movement Control Order (MCO) have had a negative impact on the financial well-being and digital well-being of B40 or small household income families in urban areas. In responding to the crisis, the government had launched multiple assistance programs to assist the group. Hence, the study intends to examine the relationship of government assistance towards digital and financial well-being of the group. Utilizing survey, the study involved 417 respondents living at the Public Housing Project (PPR) residential areas in Kuala Lumpur—the capital of Malaysia. The data was analyzed using Smart PLS and the key findings were (1) government assistance programs significantly affect the digital well-being and financial well-being of B40 urban families. However, there is no significant relationship between financial well-being and digital well-being. Besides, the Importance-Performance Analysis (IPA) indicated that the importance of government assistance programs towards digital well-being performance is higher than financial well-being. The assistance programs offered by the government plays essential role to ease the digital and financial constraints of B40 urban families during a difficult time. Reforms to the government assistance programs, the empowerment of digital aid packages, and the enhancement of social security net initiatives for B40 urban families are necessary to enhance the group’s preparedness and resilience in the face of new shocks in the future.

The term “financial literacy” is used to describe an individual’s capacity to comprehend and utilise financial concepts in their everyday lives. These include, but are not limited to, the management of personal finances, financial planning, saving, investing, and the analysis of financial products. Notwithstanding the considerable attention it has received in the academic literature, there remain significant research gaps. The objective is to examine the research trends in the adoption of financial literacy. The methodology employed was a systematic literature review, utilising Scopus and Web of Science as the data sources, in the 2018–2024-time window. The most frequently employed instruments were identified as surveys and questionnaires. The majority of studies are situated within the geographical contexts of Asia and Europe, with a particular focus on countries such as India, China, and Ukraine. Furthermore, the most pertinent target populations are adults who have undergone business training and cancer patients. The most frequently employed models were the self-model, the technology acceptance model (TAM), and the theory of planned behavior (TPB). The key variables identified were behavioral intention, perceived usefulness, and subjective norm. This study identified that the main research gap is the lack of geographic diversity in existing studies, which hinders a comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing the adoption of financial literacy globally. The practical and theoretical implications highlight the necessity for the development of educational policies and programmes that address cultural and socioeconomic differences. Furthermore, this study puts forth an integrative model that synthesizes these theoretical frameworks and variables to inform future research and practice in the domain of financial literacy.

Surgical robots have been utilized for approximately three decades, primarily in high-income countries. In this paper, we focus on the experiences surrounding the introduction in Hungary of a specific robotic system originating from the United States, the da Vinci Surgical System. Manufactured and distributed by the American company Intuitive since 1995, this surgical system has been used globally in over ten million surgical procedures, with around 60,000 specialists trained to operate it. In Hungary, the robot system is distributed by the Sofmedica healthcare group. Besides Hungary, the company also operates in Romania, Greece, Bulgaria, and Cyprus. In Hungary, the company has eight active robot projects. Robot-assisted surgical interventions began in Hungary in 2022, with some healthcare facilities receiving the da Vinci System in 2023. Accordingly, the number of completed surgeries currently stands at a few thousand. During our review of the literature, we found that publications concerning robotic systems focus on three main areas: the development of robotic technology, comparisons of laparoscopic and robot-assisted surgery outcomes and advantages, and cost-benefit analyses of robot acquisition. Based on the available information, we present our findings from the past two years of Hungarian experiences, specifically those of the University Teaching Hospital in Győr-Moson-Sopron County.

This study explores the transformative learning experiences of nursing students during community health practicums, focusing on how these experiences shape their understanding and professional development in healthcare settings. Grounded in Mezirow’s transformative learning framework, this qualitative study employs Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) to examine participants’ lived experiences, particularly their emotional and ethical challenges in real-world healthcare environments. Eighteen final-year nursing students, selected for their involvement in community health practicums, participated in semi-structured interviews. The participants, aged 19–21 years (with an average age of 20.68 years), comprised predominantly female students (88.88%). These students were chosen based on their exposure to complex healthcare challenges within the community healthcare context. The study identified four key themes. The first theme, Emotional Dilemmas Requiring Empathy and Professionalism, explores how students faced emotionally intense situations and developed essential emotional regulation skills. This theme highlights their ability to balance empathy with professionalism and navigate family disagreements in care decisions. The second theme, Ethical Dilemmas in Patient Care, addresses the ethical challenges students encountered, including decisions related to patients with limited recovery potential and respecting patients’ autonomy when they declined treatment. Through these experiences, students refined their ethical reasoning and decision-making capabilities. The third theme, Navigating Roles and Responsibilities within Community Healthcare Teams, examines how students clarified their roles within multidisciplinary teams, improving their communication and collaboration skills. This theme emphasizes the growth in confidence and adaptability as students engaged in team-based care. The fourth theme, Resource Allocation Ethics in Community Healthcare, discusses the challenges posed by resource limitations. Students developed critical thinking and adaptability as they navigated ethical dilemmas related to resource constraints, particularly in home visits and access to care. Through these experiences, students critically reassessed their beliefs, refined their ethical decision-making, and developed emotional intelligence and problem-solving strategies. Reflective practices, including journaling, played a key role in bridging theoretical knowledge with experiential insights, further enhancing adaptability and relational understanding. The findings underscore the significance of integrating transformative learning principles into nursing education. Structured experiential and reflective practices foster critical thinking, emotional regulation, and interprofessional collaboration, thereby preparing nursing students to address the challenges of contemporary healthcare with professionalism and ethical integrity.