Executive summary The story of dying in the 21st century is a story of paradox. While many
people are overtreated in hospitals with families and communities relegated to the margins …

Accompanying the aging of populations worldwide, and increased survival with chronic
diseases, the incidence and prevalence of atrial fibrillation (AF) are rising, justifying the term …

China's medical manufacturing industry is in a critical stage of transition to independent
innovation. The government should create a business environment that is conducive to the …

A caesarean section (CS) can be a life-saving intervention when medically indicated, but
this procedure can also lead to short-term and long-term health effects for women and …

Executive summary Although health outcomes have improved in low-income and middle-
income countries (LMICs) in the past several decades, a new reality is at hand. Changing …

British Psychology Society Textbook of the Year 2020 Why do people who are more socially
connected live longer and have better health than those who are socially isolated? Why are …

Imaging has become key in the care pathway of communicable and non-communicable
diseases. Yet, there are major shortages of imaging equipment and workforce in low-and …

Breast cancer is increasingly prevalent in older adults and is a substantial part of routine
oncology practice. However, management of breast cancer in this population is challenging …

Background Pathology testing and diagnostic imaging together contribute 9% of
healthcare's carbon footprint. Whilst the carbon footprint of pathology testing has been …

Objective Polypharmacy is the concomitant use of several drugs by a single person, and it
increases the risk of adverse drug-related events in older adults. Little is known about the …