A systematic review of AI studies on mechanical ventilation found that many were testing early technology, but more work is needed for transparency and bias avoidance. The review recommends improving data availability and reporting standards to facilitate the translation of AI into improved patient care.
Researchers found significant improvements in exercise capacity, respiratory symptoms, fatigue, and cognition in patients with lasting COVID symptoms after a six-week supervised rehabilitation programme. The study suggests that exercise can be a vital part of patient-centred approaches to treating lingering COVID symptoms.
Research found that people of Black ethnicity are twice as likely to contract COVID-19 as those of White ethnicity, while those from Asian backgrounds face a 1.5 times higher risk. The study also highlights increased risks of hospitalization and death for these groups.
A new risk model has been developed to estimate a person's likelihood of becoming infected and seriously ill due to COVID-19. The QCovid model uses various factors such as age, ethnicity, and existing medical conditions to provide a nuanced assessment of risk.
A global registry of psoriasis and COVID-19 patients found that over 90% of patients taking immune system drugs survived the pandemic. The risk factors for severe outcomes were similar to those in the general population, with older, male patients and those with certain health conditions being more likely to require hospital admission.
A new online tool assesses risk factors for sepsis survivors to inform follow-up care pathways. The tool uses data from 120,000 patients and identifies eight key factors contributing to rehospitalization or death after discharge.
Researchers discovered that a rare COVID-19 related illness in children, known as PIMS-TS, causes severe inflammation and alters the immune system. The study found increased levels of cytokines and reduced white blood cells in affected children, but these changes gradually returned to normal after recovery.
A study published in The Lancet found that plaster casts are as effective as surgery in healing scaphoid waist fractures in the wrist. Patients who received a plaster cast showed similar outcomes to those who underwent surgery, with no significant difference in pain, function, or complications.
Researchers found severely limited exercise capacity in adults with type 2 diabetes, increasing risk of heart failure. Subtle impairments in blood flow and heart function were detected using advanced imaging techniques.
Patients with type 2 diabetes who underwent supervised exercise training showed significantly improved heart function and increased cardiovascular fitness compared to those on a low-energy diet. A low-energy diet, however, led to favourable effects on the structure of the heart and reversal of diabetes in 83% of participants.
The study found that the risk of death from stroke fell by 24% over 15 years, with the one-year death rate decreasing from 32.6% to 20.15%. The risk of disability after a stroke also decreased by 23%, from 34.7% to 26.7%.
Researchers have identified three genes linked to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a devastating lung disease. The discovery provides potential targets for new drugs and may lead to improved treatments.
A multi-national team of researchers found that higher levels of physical activity, regardless of intensity, are associated with a lower risk of early death. The study also shows that spending 9.5 hours or more sedentary daily increases the risk of death.
A study of 2,039 young people found that NPS users experienced significant mental health problems and physical issues, including heart and liver damage. The research also identified contributing risk factors such as family breakdown, trauma, and peer pressure, highlighting the need for targeted interventions to address NPS use.
A new blood test has shown potential to diagnose human tuberculosis and identify those at most risk of developing the disease. The test, Actiphage, was found to be highly sensitive in detecting Mycobacterium tuberculosis, with 73% of participants testing positive for the bacteria.
The Moving Matters review reveals that community organisations and decision makers should consider diverse factors shaping people's habits, and promoting incidental activity is key to sustained benefits. Effective interventions include improving public transport, enhancing green spaces, and changing school and workplace routines.
A new study found that people who walk faster have a higher life expectancy than those who walk slower, regardless of their weight status. The research used data from the UK Biobank and found that underweight individuals with a slow walking pace had the lowest life expectancy.
A new drug combination of gentamicin and azithromycin shows promising results in treating treatment-resistant gonorrhoea, with a cure rate of 91% compared to 98% for the current ceftriaxone treatment. The study suggests that gentamicin could be used as an alternative for patients who are allergic or intolerant to ceftriaxone.
New research funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) found that 67% of pregnant women in London aged between 16 and 24 years have mental health problems. Anxiety disorders are especially high, with social phobia being particularly prevalent.