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An AI-powered tool from Carnegie Mellon University and collaborators is helping uncover genetic clues to rare diseases, potentially accelerating diagnoses and treatments for conditions that affect only a fraction of the population.This post was originally […]

One in every three people is expected to have cancer in their lifetime, making it a major health concern for mankind. A crucial indicator of the outcome of cancer is its tumor microsatellite status—whether it […]

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced it will now be requiring updated safety labels for all opioid pain medications to better highlight the risks of long-term use, including misuse, addiction, and overdose.This post was […]

In a new study aimed at identifying the best approach to promote colorectal cancer screening in adults aged 45 to 49, UCLA researchers found that simply mailing a stool-based test directly to people’s homes was […]

McGill University researchers have developed and are licensing a digital tool to help safely reduce patients’ use of medications that may be unnecessary or even harmful to them.This post was originally published on this site

People living in racially and economically segregated neighborhoods are more likely to be diagnosed with advanced-stage breast and cervical cancer, according to a study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.This post was […]

President Donald Trump has introduced a new effort to help Americans more easily share their health records with doctors, using new technology and artificial intelligence (AI) tools.This post was originally published on this site

A research team led by Prof. Li Hai from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has developed a multimodal deep-learning model for predicting the malignancy of TI-RADS 4 thyroid […]

Changes in Missouri law expanding breast cancer screening coverage have led to increased screening rates among Medicaid patients and an increased likelihood of digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) among those undergoing screening, according to a study […]

The aftermath of a disaster—whether natural or man-made—can be difficult. Survivors often face destroyed homes, missing loved ones and financial difficulty. In the midst of chaos, mental health often moves to the back burner.This post […]