Playing with danger.
Young people who sit still for hours playing computer games can double their risk of potentially fatal blood clots. The charity Lifeblood is alerting nurses to 'e-thrombosis'. It is calling on them to ensure young people are aware of the risks of prolonged immobility and the need to take regular breaks from gaming or using a computer.
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D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D003201:Computers; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011187:Posture; D006113:United Kingdom / Q000453:epidemiology; D020246:Venous Thrombosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000401:mortality / Q000517:prevention & control; D018910:Video Games / Q000009:adverse effects*; D055815:Young Adult