The pros and cons of current breast screening modalities and the role of AI
In recent years, there has been a substantial advancement in breast cancer screening. New technologies offer better detection rates, but they also present practical issues. Debra L. Monticciolo, MD, a…
Vaccines for flu, covid available as wastewater tests show high levels of virus
There are now updated flu and COVID vaccines available, and an infectious disease specialist in Pittsburgh is recommending using an at-home, over-the-counter test that can distinguish between the two viruses.…
Exercise may help you store fat better, new research suggests
CNN — Exercise aids in more than just fat loss. It might also encourage fat that is healthier, per a recent study. "Being physically active and exercising consistently over time…
Early puberty may be linked to a common chemical used in personal care products
For several decades, the age at which girls reach puberty has been declining at a concerning rate, and experts have found it difficult to determine why. According to recent research,…
New AI algorithm aims to enhance brain-computer interfaces and mental health treatment
At the USC Center for Neurotechnology, researchers under the direction of Maryam Shanechi have unveiled an AI system that has the potential to revolutionize our understanding of brain activity and…
County to Hand Spray for Mosquitoes in Oceanside Area
Based on a verified dengue case, County Vector Control teams intend to hand-spray 60 residences and a community center in Oceanside to prevent mosquitoes from transmitting the dengue virus and…
Researchers find hints about the vitiligo mechanism
Skin pigmentation disorders affect people across the world. One of them, vitiligo, is said to have a worldwide incidence of 1-2%. What causes the loss of pigmentation in vitiligo has…
Cancer diagnosis delayed until the second year of the pandemic
Because individuals neglected yearly examinations and medical facilities shuttered during the early stages of the pandemic, the number of cancer diagnoses in the US fell by nearly 10% in 2020…
How the Brain Separates Sneezing From Coughing
Coughing and sneezing are two distinct techniques to achieve the same thing. Both protective respiratory reflexes—one involving the mouth and mucus, the other the nose—are meant to drive out irritants…
Blue Faery Launches Hispanic Heritage Month Liver Cancer Awareness Campaign
Blue Faery, a nonprofit organization dedicated to liver cancer awareness and education, is continuing its Love Your Liver campaign during Hispanic Heritage Month to address the disproportionate impact of liver…
