Women were more affected, but findings do not reflect reports of a widespread mental health crisis, say researchers Mental health among the general population has not changed by large amounts during the covid-19 pandemic compared with pre-pandemic levels, finds a study published by The BMJ today. Some specific groups, particularly women, appear ...
Study strengthens evidence linking low dose radiation to risk of circulatory diseases These risks should now be considered in radiation protection measures and policies Exposure to low doses of ionising radiation is associated with a modestly increased excess risk of heart disease, finds an analysis of the latest evidence published ...
US government catalysed and substantially invested in mRNA covid-19 vaccine development over decades Public investment has saved millions of lives, but change is needed to improve access to publicly-funded health technologies, say researchers In the 35 years before the covid-19 pandemic, the US government invested at least $337 million into ...
Unequal post-surgery death rate mainly applies to planned surgeries Findings highlight the need for better understanding of the challenges facing Black men requiring surgery in the US Black men have a higher death rate within 30 days of surgery compared with any other subgroup of race and sex, finds a ...
And it may curb condition’s impact on their social, professional, and family lives Vaccination against SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, may lessen the severity and duration of ‘long COVID’ in those with persistent symptoms after infection, suggests a study that closely imitates a randomised clinical trial, and published in ...
1 in 10 early deaths averted if everyone met half recommended weekly physical activity target Just 75 weekly mins of moderate physical activity is all it takes, finds pooled data analysis Substantial impact on risks of death, cardiovascular disease, certain cancers One in 10 early deaths could have been prevented ...
Gender dysphoria in young people is rising—and so is professional disagreement Is there an evidence-based standard of care in the US? More children and adolescents are identifying as transgender and offered medical treatment, especially in the US. But some providers and European authorities are urging caution because of a lack ...
Gender dysphoria in young people is rising—and so is professional disagreement Is there an evidence-based standard of care in the US? More children and adolescents are identifying as transgender and offered medical treatment, especially in the US. But some providers and European authorities are urging caution because of a lack ...
Posts by politicians and news anchors had greatest impact, analysis suggests Data might be used to bolster public health messaging and counter misinformation Tweets by people in the public eye likely increasingly shaped negative public opinion of the COVID-19 pandemic as it progressed in the US, suggests an analysis of ...
Satisfying mid-life relationships linked to lower multiple chronic disease risk in older age Findings only partially explained by income, education, and health behaviours Satisfying relationships in mid-life with partners, friends, or work colleagues are linked to a lower risk of accumulating multiple long term conditions in older age—at least among ...
