A clinical editor discusses the potential fallacy of relying on easily measured data from wearable technology to inform mental health care, emphasizing the importance of considering the impact on patients. A study on lung cancer screening raises concerns about the high rate of complications found in those who undergo invasive tests after a positive screening scan. Another study highlights the risk of hyponatraemia associated with thiazide diuretics. Researchers also found that weight loss achieved with tirzepatide is not sustained once treatment is stopped. Additionally, a report by the International Agency for Research on Cancer emphasizes the link between alcohol consumption and an increased risk of cancer.
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Tom Nolan’s research reviews—11 January 2024
