Fractures
Coverage of Fractures in the Nexus archive.
- Panic attacks and fractures - Venezuela hospital treats earthquake victims
A Caracas hospital is treating earthquake victims suffering from panic attacks and fractures. The BBC visited the hospital to report on patients from the most affected areas.
- Diabetes Patients on Semaglutide Had Fewer Fractures, Study Finds
A study found that diabetes patients using semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) had a 15% lower risk of fractures compared to others with type 2 diabetes. The analysis reviewed medical records and focused on adults with the condition.
- PT Health Watch: Menopause increases risk of bone loss, fractures, says expert
Menopause is associated with an increased risk of bone loss and fractures, according to an expert. Common symptoms include hot flushes, night sweats, irregular menstrual flow, vaginal dryness, pain during sexual intercourse, urinary incontinence, sleep disturbances, mood changes, anxiety, and depression.
- Father who murdered five-week-old daughter after causing more than 40 fractures and brain injury jailed for life
A father was sentenced to life in prison for murdering his five-week-old daughter by causing over 40 fractures and a severe brain injury. The court ruled the actions as premeditated and heinous, highlighting the extreme violence inflicted on the infant.