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BMJ Open
Coverage of BMJ Open in the Nexus archive.
- Popular diet trend could boost mental health among older adults, study finds
A study found that older adults in England who followed a Mediterranean diet rich in fruits, vegetables, fish, and olive oil reported higher psychological well-being during the pandemic compared to peers. The research, published in BMJ Open, tracked over 3,000 adults aged 50-90 and found the diet's benefits persisted even after adjusting for factors like income and health.
- Half of AI Health Advice Is Wrong—And Seems Just Right
A peer-reviewed audit found nearly 50% of health responses from five major AI chatbots were problematic, with fabricated sources and confident delivery. The audit was published in BMJ Open. This raises concerns about the reliability of AI health advice.