Doctors more extroverted, but also more neurotic than patients

Character trait differences might have clinical implications for doctor-patient relationships Doctors are more extroverted, agreeable, and conscientious, but also more neurotic and less open than their patients, finds an analysis of responses to two nationally representative Australian surveys, published online in the open access journal BMJ Open. These character trait differences ...

2024-06-04T10:24:22+00:0025 April 2023|BMJ Open, Press release|

Common ENT issues in pre-schoolers may be linked to autism

Early identification and treatment of these conditions may improve their quality of life Young children with common ear, nose, and throat (ENT) issues may be at subsequent risk of autism or high levels of demonstrable autism traits, suggests research published online in the open access journal BMJ Open. Early identification and ...

2024-06-04T10:25:47+00:0025 April 2023|BMJ Open, Press release|

Female healthworkers need better radiation protection to minimise breast cancer risk

Standard PPE does not fully protect breast tissue Employers should invest in equipment that ensures the safety of all their staff Women working in healthcare who are regularly exposed to radiation from x-rays and other imaging procedures need better ionising radiation protection to help minimise their risk of developing breast cancer, argue ...

2024-06-04T10:23:06+00:0013 April 2023|Press release, The BMJ|
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