British Medical Journal

GLP-1 drugs: clinical trends, safety, and market shifts

291 clusters · 1104 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Novo Nordisk faces lawsuits over Ozempic and NAION risks

Since mid-2026, the expansion of GLP-1 agents for obesity has been accompanied by intensified safety monitoring and evolving clinical data. Research suggests secondary benefits, including a 21% lower risk of fragility fr

Perimenopause health: metabolic, cardiovascular, and brain

37 clusters · 110 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Menopause research links hormone changes to Alzheimer's risk

Research continues to link perimenopausal hormonal shifts to diverse metabolic, musculoskeletal, and sexual changes. Declining estrogen and fluctuating progesterone, testosterone, cortisol, and thyroid hormones disrupt h

Health risks and metabolic impacts of ultra-processed foods

57 clusters · 362 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Ultra-processed foods linked to increased disease and metabolic risks

Research increasingly links ultra-processed foods (UPFs) to severe health risks, including cardiovascular disease, type-2 diabetes, obesity, and dementia. A global study in The Lancet warned that the rise of UPFs constit

Global Expansion of Social Media Age Restrictions and Safegu

21 clusters · 151 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Australia social media ban: Parents support restrictions as children find ways to bypass age limits

The global movement to restrict social media access for minors continues to expand, facing ongoing legal and technical challenges. Following Australia’s implementation of a national ban, Indonesia and Malaysia have enact

Back-to-school: rising costs, health, and psychological prep

47 clusters · 476 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Turkey: Student lunch box costs rise by 27.67% in one year

As the 2026-2027 academic year begins, the transition for students involves complex economic, psychological, and health challenges. Economic pressures in Turkey have intensified significantly. While initial estimates pla

Health benefits of physical exercise and strength training

5 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: CHALLENGE trial shows structured exercise extends colon cancer survival

Scientific research continues to identify significant links between structured physical activity and the reduction of various disease risks. Initial findings highlight that regular exercise can serve as a supportive ther

Research into diabetic kidney disease treatments

4 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: GLP-1 and SGLT-2 medications show potential in slowing kidney disease

Scientific research into diabetic kidney disease (DKD) is focusing on novel therapeutic targets, improved monitoring markers, and optimized medication timing. Initial studies have explored plant compounds like hederagen

Links between diabetes, obesity, and cancer risk

3 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Type 2 diabetes linked to double cancer risk

Scientific research continues to establish strong connections between type 2 diabetes, obesity, and increased risks for cancer and organ failure. New data published in the British Medical Journal clarifies the impact of

NHS minimum patient wait time implementation

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: NHS implements minimum waits for ADHD and autism assessments

An investigation by the British Medical Journal revealed that NHS integrated care boards (ICBs) in England have been enforcing minimum wait times for various medical procedures. Initially, reports focused on routine elec

Laptop heat exposure causing skin lesions

4 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Laptop use may cause chronic skin lesions

Medical reports from England have documented cases of skin damage caused by prolonged exposure to heat from laptop computers. In one instance, an adolescent presented with lace-like skin lesions on the abdomen, identifi

Dietary impacts on cardiovascular and cancer risks

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Dietary studies link sugar-sweetened beverages and hot drinks to cancer risks

Medical research has presented conflicting findings regarding the health impacts of spicy food consumption and other dietary habits. Initial large-scale studies conducted in China and the United States suggested that f