During heatwaves, there is an increase in the number of people suffering with obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), according to a major study published in the European Respiratory Journal [1]. People with OSA often snore loudly, their breathing starts and stops during the night, and they may wake up several times. Not only does this cause […]
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Female bodybuilders at risk of sudden cardiac death
Sudden cardiac death is responsible for an unusually high proportion of deaths in female bodybuilders worldwide, according to research published in the European Heart Journal. Sudden cardiac death is when someone dies suddenly and unexpectedly due to a problem with their heart. It is generally rare in young and seemingly healthy individuals. The study found […]
Researchers discover air pollution particles hitching a ride around the body on red blood cells
— But wearing a face mask reduces the threat — Researchers have found the first direct evidence that tiny particles of air pollution stick to our red blood cells, meaning they can travel freely around the body. These particles are produced by vehicle exhausts and from brake and tyre wear, and can easily enter the […]
Neurological outcomes after patients suffer cardiac arrest at home are similar between low- and high-income areas in Vienna
But bystander CPR rates may differ and require further study Vienna, Austria: People who have a cardiac arrest in their own homes have similar neurological outcomes regardless of socioeconomic background, according to research presented at the European Emergency Medicine Congress on Wednesday [1]. However, the study of 676 patients who received treatment in the Department […]
Doctors and nurses are better than AI at triaging patients
Vienna, Austria: Doctors and nurses are better at triaging patients in emergency departments than artificial intelligence (AI), according to research presented at the European Emergency Medicine Congress on Tuesday [1]. However, Dr Renata Jukneviciene, a postdoctoral researcher at Vilnius University, Lithuania, who presented the study, said that AI could be useful when used in conjunction […]
Exercise can help to restore the immune system of people with post-COVID syndrome
Exercise can help to restore a more normal, well-regulated immune system in people with post-COVID syndrome, according to a gold-standard randomised-controlled trial presented at the European Respiratory Society Congress in Amsterdam, the Netherlands [1]. The study was presented by Dr Enya Daynes, from a team of researchers led by Professor Nicolette Bishop from Loughborough University, […]
Indoor wood burners linked to a decline in lung function
Using a wood burning stove at home can lead to a decline in lung function, according to research presented at the European Respiratory Society Congress in Amsterdam, the Netherlands [1]. The study was presented by Dr Laura Horsfall, Principal Research Fellow from the Institute of Health Informatics, University College London, UK. The use of solid […]
Children lose 8.45 million days of healthy life due to second hand smoke
Children from low socio-economic regions face the biggest impact Children lose 8.45 million days of healthy life each year globally due to second hand smoke, according to research presented at the European Respiratory Society Congress in Amsterdam, the Netherlands [1]. Children from low socio-economic regions face the biggest impact of breathing second hand smoke, also […]
Higher levels of air pollution linked to worsening of sleep apnoea
People who have obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) may suffer worse symptoms if they live in areas with higher levels of air pollution, according to a multi-national study presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) Congress in Amsterdam, the Netherlands [1]. Patients with OSA often snore loudly, their breathing starts and stops during the night, and […]
Could nasal sprays replace needles for delivering adrenaline to anaphylactic patients?
Vienna, Austria: Instead of stabbing yourself, or someone else, in the thigh with a needle to deliver a dose of adrenaline to counter anaphylactic shock, would it not be easier to use a nasal spray instead? A study presented at the European Emergency Medicine Congress on Tuesday shows that liquid or powder nasal sprays are […]