From Monash Health to Martha’s Rule: recognising deterioration earlier by partnering with families
How connections made at the International Forum accelerated international change In 2020, Australia's largest public health service, Monash Health, began work to improve recognition of paediatric deterioration by partnering more closely with...
‘Renaissance era’ diagnosis of scurvy in today’s bariatric population
BMJ Case Reports: spotlight on nutritional safety The BMJ Case Report, "Scurvy – a re-emerging disease with the rising cost of living and number of bariatric surgical procedures”, arose when a man...
Raising awareness of a rare but serious risk linked to menstrual cup use
When Dr Clara Maarup Prip, a urologist and gynaecologist at Aarhus University Hospital, Denmark, encountered a rare case of kidney swelling (ureterohydronephrosis) caused by a menstrual cup, it was unlike anything she had seen...
BMJ Group retracts trial on apple cider vinegar and weight loss
Journalists and others should no longer reference or use the study findings in future reporting BMJ Group has retracted research suggesting that small daily quantities of apple cider vinegar might help people who are overweight...
Opportunities and threats in academic media
Why safeguarding quality matters more than ever The academic publishing landscape is changing, driven by digital platforms that speed dissemination but also raise concerns about misinformation. Institutions and publishers must prioritise digital...
Exposing hidden influence in infant feeding advice
BMJ Investigations is our dedicated unit of specialist reporters who expose practices that risk public health and undermine trust in healthcare. Through rigorous, evidence-led reporting, the unit shines a light on issues that matter to...
Correcting the record to enhance patient care
Retractions play a vital role in maintaining the integrity of academic publishing and ensuring research credibility. While they are often viewed negatively due to concerns about reputational damage and career impact, BMJ Group sees...
Five things you should do as a journal editor to support social justice
How you can take small steps to support social justice Today, the world of science is not fair. We know that there are underrepresented groups in both science and publishing w1,w2 and...
