Lynch syndrome: Regular bowel cancer checks for those at highest risk
Offering regular colonoscopies to people with Lynch syndrome at any age will save lives, NHS England says. Source link
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Men on Viagra may reduce their Alzheimer's risk – study
A study suggests a link, but more research is needed to prove the drugs benefit the brain. Source link
BRCA tests to be offered to Jewish people to detect cancer risk
People who are found to have defective BRCA genes, known as being BRCA positive, will be given early access to cancer detection services such as mammograms or MRI scans. They may also be offered preventative surgery or medication, and advised to make risk-reducing lifestyle changes. Source link
BRCA tests to be offered to Jewish people to detect cancer risk
People who are found to have defective BRCA genes, known as being BRCA positive, will be given early access to cancer detection services such as mammograms or MRI scans. They may also be offered preventative surgery or medication, and advised to make risk-reducing lifestyle changes. Source link
AI surveillance tool can successfully predict sepsis risk: Study – ET HealthWorld
New Delhi:An artificial intelligence (AI) model can quickly identify patients at risk of sepsis infection and potentially help save lives, a study has found. Sepsis is a serious condition that happens when the body’s immune system has an extreme response to an infection. The study, published in the journal npj Digital Medicine, found that the … Read more
Gamers at risk of irreversible hearing loss and tinnitus, study suggests
A new review of available evidence suggests video gamers regularly exceed safe sound limits. Source link
Here’s why insurers ask for educational background when selling term life insurance policies
When you buy a term life insurance policy online, you may be surprised that your insurer is interested in your educational background. This may seem unusual or even invasive, but there are valid reasons why insurance providers consider this information necessary. Pricing structures, called premium rates, are ultimately determined based on the probability and cost … Read more
Young-onset dementia risk increased by Vitamin D deficiency and depression, study says
A major study has identified 15 risk factors for young-onset dementia, not all of which are genetic. Source link
Avoidable 111 calls may risk lives over Christmas, service head warns
The north-west of England service says repeat medication orders on bank holidays add unnecessary pressure. Source link
Mosquito-borne disease risk looms for UK – study
Prof Nigel Arnell, professor of climate change at the University of Reading, says: “Whilst we clearly hope temperatures won’t get that far, it is prudent to prepare for the worst case when planning health resources, if the consequences of us underestimating the risk are so significant.” Source link