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The BMJ

Publisher of more than 70 medical and allied science journals

BMJ started out 180 years ago as a medical journal, publishing articles on stillborn children, amputation at the shoulder and the climate of the Isle of Wight.

Now, as a values-driven company and global brand, we work toward our vision for 'a healthier world.' We do this by partnering with more than 8,000 medical organisations worldwide so they can provide their users with the best available resources. We make our content available in 14 languages, and create evidence-based subscription-based products to help clinicians better tackle today’s most critical healthcare challenges. It is inspiring to see the rapid growth of students and qualified doctors around the globe progressing their careers and achieving accreditation with our e-learning modules and events.

Our expertise extends from publishing and medical education to clinical decision support and events to enhance day to day decision-making and healthcare delivery.  Whilst our focus remains unchanged, we continuously adapt to the changing research landscape by remaining innovative and competitive.

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Details last updated 04-Feb-2019

The BMJ Blog Posts

Too much of a good thing? More than a glass of milk increases chance of death
20-Nov-2014

Too much of a good thing? More than a glass of milk increases chance of death

Milk may be good for the bones, but its D-galactose content might accelerate ageing

The BMJ News

Dark chocolate is a delicious way to lower your diabetes risk

Dark chocolate is a delicious way to lower your diabetes risk

Independent - 05-Dec-2024

Five servings of dark chocolate a week found to cut risk of diabetes by 21%

Generative AI: GPs embrace technology despite training gaps

Generative AI: GPs embrace technology despite training gaps

Sky News - 18-Sep-2024

Amidst rising AI use in healthcare, doctors seek guidance on safe practices and patient privacy

Fewer people are dying from cancer, but more people are getting it

Fewer people are dying from cancer, but more people are getting it

Independent - 13-Mar-2024

Prostate, breast, liver, and kidney cancers are driving this increase

Ultra-processed foods: study reveals 32 reasons to say no

Ultra-processed foods: study reveals 32 reasons to say no

Sky News - 29-Feb-2024

Consuming high processed food increases risk of physical & mental health problems

NHS still reliant on paper records, despite progress towards electronic systems

NHS still reliant on paper records, despite progress towards electronic systems

The BMJ - 13-Sep-2023

75% of trusts still use paper, hindering patient safety and efficiency

Major illnesses will affect over nine million people in England by 2040

Major illnesses will affect over nine million people in England by 2040

BBC - 25-Jul-2023

Large increases in people with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and diabetes

New study finds vitamin D may reduce risk of heart attacks in older people

New study finds vitamin D may reduce risk of heart attacks in older people

The Guardian - 28-Jun-2023

One vitamin D supplement a month slashed risk of major cardiovascular events by 9%

More the artificial sweetener consumption, higher the risk of cardiovascular disease

More the artificial sweetener consumption, higher the risk of cardiovascular disease

The Guardian - 07-Sep-2022

Direct association between higher consumption of artificial sweetener and heart disease

Vitamin D and fish oil supplements can lower the chances of getting a autoimmune disease

Vitamin D and fish oil supplements can lower the chances of getting a autoimmune disease

Medical News Today - 02-Feb-2022

Disease risk reduced by 30% in older people but its best to consult a doctor before taking supplements

Stimulating jobs delays dementia in old age

Stimulating jobs delays dementia in old age

Guardian - 19-Aug-2021

Keeping your brain active, whether through work or hobbies may delay dementia

US life expectancy records biggest fall due to covid pandemic

US life expectancy records biggest fall due to covid pandemic

Guardian - 23-Jun-2021

Health inequalities mainly affected life expectancy of minority groups

Sugary drinks tax will help reduce overweight and obesity

Sugary drinks tax will help reduce overweight and obesity

Nuffield Department of Population Health - 10-Apr-2021

UK's soft drinks levy encourages both manufacturers and consumers for low sugar alternatives

Miscarriage could be an early marker for future health risk in women

Miscarriage could be an early marker for future health risk in women

Independent - 25-Mar-2021

Recurrent or young age miscarriages can up the risk of dying early, but more studies are needed

Single gene therapy injection halts spinal muscular atrophy

Single gene therapy injection halts spinal muscular atrophy

BBC - 08-Mar-2021

Becomes most expensive drug ever approved for the NHS - but no lifetime costs

Study finds link between CVD and childhood popularity

Study finds link between CVD and childhood popularity

Independent - 06-Oct-2020

One-third increased risk is low compared to impact of other lifestyle choices

Intense exercises may not help you live longer

Intense exercises may not help you live longer

Medical Dialogues - 04-Oct-2020

No difference to mortality risk in elderly who do HIIT or moderate intensity continuous training

15% reduction in 10 year all-cause mortality with glucosamine supplementation

15% reduction in 10 year all-cause mortality with glucosamine supplementation

Lifespan.io (LEAF) - 31-Jul-2020

Based on almost half a million people this is a large prospective cohort study

You are unlikely to gain long term benefits by sticking to a diet

You are unlikely to gain long term benefits by sticking to a diet

New Scientist - 01-Apr-2020

Honeymoon period for these short-lived results are about six months

An egg a day is not bad for your health

An egg a day is not bad for your health

NHS - 05-Mar-2020

Study saw no correlation between quantity of eggs consumed and heart disease or stroke

Mobile apps to detect skin cancer are not always accurate

Mobile apps to detect skin cancer are not always accurate

Digital Health - 14-Feb-2020

AI apps can be inefficient in skin cancer diagnosis, if not properly regulated and certified

Good lifestyle adds up to 10 years to life expectancy

Good lifestyle adds up to 10 years to life expectancy

BBC - 09-Jan-2020

That's 10 years to find a rejuvenation therapy that adds another 10 years... and then another...

Genetic testing - a toy to satisfy patient curiosity

Genetic testing - a toy to satisfy patient curiosity

BBC - 17-Oct-2019

Do it only if there's a good clinical reason as per doctor's recommendation

Higher stroke risk observed in vegans and vegetarians

Higher stroke risk observed in vegans and vegetarians

BBC - 05-Sep-2019

Cannot conclude it as a cause of high stroke risk yet, there's just an association

Omega-3 fish oil supplements had no benefit for type 2 diabetes

Omega-3 fish oil supplements had no benefit for type 2 diabetes

BBC - 22-Aug-2019

More evidence fish oil supplements don’t work – save your money!

Exercising a little can boost longevity for older adults

Exercising a little can boost longevity for older adults

Guardian - 21-Aug-2019

Norwegian review of 36,000 cases links more activity overall with lower risk of death

It's never too late to start exercising, even at an older age

It's never too late to start exercising, even at an older age

Reuters - 18-Jul-2019

Spend 150 minutes on exercise per week to lengthen your life span

Link between drinking more sugary drinks and risk of cancer

Link between drinking more sugary drinks and risk of cancer

NHS - 11-Jul-2019

No doubt a diet Coke with a large sugar doughnut has the same effect

New drugs lack proof of added benefit over existing drugs

New drugs lack proof of added benefit over existing drugs

Medical Xpress - 10-Jul-2019

Old drugs are just as good as those new drugs - pharmaceutical mafia in action

Exercise may increase lifespan – past activity levels don't matter

Exercise may increase lifespan – past activity levels don't matter

Medical News Today - 29-Jun-2019

It’s never too late to start exercising, start today and live longer

Red and processed meat may lead to an early death

Red and processed meat may lead to an early death

Guardian - 12-Jun-2019

Shift to a Mediterranean-style diet and limit red and processed meat

Stroke deaths rate decreased in UK, but younger people are having more strokes

Stroke deaths rate decreased in UK, but younger people are having more strokes

NHS - 23-May-2019

2% rise in stroke rates in people aged 35 to 54 yearly.

Glucosamine intake leads to lower risk of heart disease and stroke

Glucosamine intake leads to lower risk of heart disease and stroke

Independent - 14-May-2019

Reduces levels of C-reactive protein, a marker of inflammation

Studies failed to prove breakfast as the most important meal of the day

Studies failed to prove breakfast as the most important meal of the day

The Conversation (UK) - 31-Jan-2019

Skipping breakfast can help in losing weight, at least for some people

Crispr targets bacteria to fight antibiotic resistance

Crispr targets bacteria to fight antibiotic resistance

Wired - 16-Jan-2019

Shreds multiple critical stretches of bacteria's DNA at the same time

Sweeteners have no impact on weight loss

Sweeteners have no impact on weight loss

Independent - 03-Jan-2019

No benefit found in large meta-study, but no risk of cancer either

Puzzle-solving doesn't slow down mental decline

Puzzle-solving doesn't slow down mental decline

NHS - 11-Dec-2018

But builds up cognitive reserve to resist dementia for longer

Five times more fast food outlets in poor areas

Five times more fast food outlets in poor areas

BBC - 29-Jun-2018

Fast food is tastier and cheaper than healthy food, which makes it appealing for people with low income

Dementia exercise programmes 'don't slow brain decline'

Dementia exercise programmes 'don't slow brain decline'

BBC - 17-May-2018

Oxford researchers found that physical improvement doesn’t translate in better mental health

Ultra-processed foods 'linked to cancer'

Ultra-processed foods 'linked to cancer'

BBC - 15-Feb-2018

10% more ultra-processed in diet linked 12% more cancers detected. Ultra-processed includes cake...

No safe limit to smoking

No safe limit to smoking

BBC - 25-Jan-2018

One cigarette a day increases chance of developing heart disease by 50%. Likewise a 30% increase...

3 coffees a day 'may have health benefits'

3 coffees a day 'may have health benefits'

BBC - 23-Nov-2017

But the health benefits are in the coffee - not that milk, cream and sugar you may be tempted to add

Even moderate drinking may speed brain decline

Even moderate drinking may speed brain decline

STAT - 06-Jun-2017

Study published in the BMJ finds 8 to 12 drinks a week is associated with cognitive decline. Bra...

Spice up your meals, live longer

Spice up your meals, live longer

Guardian - 29-Dec-2016

Curry, ginger, chili peppers help slow aggressive tumours growth. Could also help to fight arthr...

Consistently enjoying life could make you live longer

Consistently enjoying life could make you live longer

Medical News Today - 27-Dec-2016

Earlier findings showed that enjoyment of life during a single moment in time was associated with...

Ibuprofen-like painkillers linked to an increased risk of heart failure

Ibuprofen-like painkillers linked to an increased risk of heart failure

NHS - 29-Sep-2016

Regular, high-dose NSAID use may increase heart risk, as shown in a large BMJ study

4 Foods That Will Make You Live Longer

4 Foods That Will Make You Live Longer

M2 - 20-Sep-2016

M2 Magazine have highlighted some major studies supporting regular consumption of the following: ...

8 Strange Hacks To Live Longer

8 Strange Hacks To Live Longer

Medical Daily - 09-Aug-2016

Article links to studies showing increased life expectancy and reduced chronic disease, based on ...

Whole grains associated with lower risk of death

Whole grains associated with lower risk of death

Kurzweil Network - 13-Jun-2016

Whole grain foods reduce risk of chronic diseases and premature mortality. Greatest benefit from...

‘Heart attack risk’ for common painkillers

‘Heart attack risk’ for common painkillers

BBC - 10-May-2016

Risk could be greatest in the first 30 days of taking the drugs

Scientist declares homeopathy a "therapeutic dead-end"

Scientist declares homeopathy a "therapeutic dead-end"

Independent - 19-Feb-2016

Eye-opening results for homeopathy clients - ineffective as a treatment method

Homeopathy effective for 0 out of 68 illnesses

Homeopathy effective for 0 out of 68 illnesses

Independent - 19-Feb-2016

Systematic review of 176 trials of homeopathy looked at 68 different health conditions. No disce...

Alcohol increases the risk of cancer

Alcohol increases the risk of cancer

BBC - 19-Aug-2015

Study of more than 100,000 adults. clearest link was for breast cancer in women and current or e...

Regular chilli pepper consumption increases life expectancy

Regular chilli pepper consumption increases life expectancy

NetDoctor - 05-Aug-2015

<p>Huge study published in the BMJ of around half a million participants in the China Kadoorie Bi...

Med diet ‘keeps us genetically young’

Med diet ‘keeps us genetically young’

BBC - 02-Dec-2014

Following a Mediterranean diet might be a recipe for a long life because it appears to keep peopl...