Survival ranges from 9 years at age 60 for women to 2 years at age 85 for men But predicting need for nursing home care remains complex The average life expectancy of people diagnosed with dementia ranges from 9 years at age 60 to 4.5 years at age 85 for ...
Even relatively low levels of physical activity may be advantageous, findings show Regular physical activity before a cancer diagnosis may lower the risks of both disease progression and death, suggests research published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. And even relatively low levels of physical activity may be advantageous, ...
Although rare, condition can be life threatening, even in absence of various risk factors Basking too long in a sauna may put bathers at risk of heat stroke, particularly if they haven’t drunk enough water beforehand, warn doctors in the journal BMJ Case Reports, after treating a woman whose condition required ...
Original research published in BMJ Innovations introduces a pioneering non-invasive device that corrects racial bias in haemoglobin and pulse oximetry measurements. Using green light and a proprietary algorithm to account for skin pigment, the Green Light Oximeter delivers accurate readings across all skin tones and age groups. Designed ...
They offer opportunities to engage with children about healthy and disordered sleep, say researchers Some traditional fairy tales and classic children’s fiction that have soothed many a child to sleep may also provide accessible and engaging ways to discuss healthy sleep with children, suggest researchers in the Christmas issue of The ...
But are also more likely to swear during the task Surgeons are quicker and more successful at completing a buzz wire game compared with other hospital staff, finds a study in the Christmas issue of The BMJ. However, surgeons are also more likely to swear during the task, while nurses and ...
Findings challenge assumption that AI will soon replace human doctors Almost all leading large language models or “chatbots” show signs of mild cognitive impairment in tests widely used to spot early signs of dementia, finds a study in the Christmas issue of The BMJ. The results also show that “older” versions ...
Stricter environmental restrictions needed to curb impact in Scotland, conclude researchers Cumulative exposure to air pollution over several years is linked to a heightened risk of admission to hospital for mental/behavioural and physical illness, finds Scottish research published in the open access journal BMJ Open. Stricter environmental restrictions are needed to ...
Many women unprepared for pain intensity; more realistic info needed to inform choice Women opting for a medical abortion at home are often advised that the procedure is likely to be no more painful than period cramps, suggest the results of a survey, carried out by the British Pregnancy Advisory ...
Disney must consider strategies to improve princesses’ wellbeing Although Disney princesses seem to live happily ever after, they face serious real world health hazards, warn experts in the Christmas issue of The BMJ. Sanne van Dijk and colleagues call on Disney to consider strategies such as mindfulness and personal protection measures ...
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