Could AI plus lasers help catch very early breast cancers?
Very early-stage breast cancers are notoriously tough to spot via mammograms, but new technology might make detection easier.
Dec 26, 2024
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AI-powered blood test can spot earliest sign of breast cancer
A new screening method that combines laser analysis with a type of AI is the first of its kind to identify patients in the earliest stage of breast cancer, a study suggests.
Dec 13, 2024
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Why asbestos is still being found in some cosmetics
Asbestos, a notorious carcinogen, was in widespread use throughout the 20th century—from building materials to brake pads and even fake snow on film sets including The Wizard of Oz and White Christmas.
Nov 21, 2024
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New laser light diagnostic tool quickly detects earliest sign of heart attack
With heart attacks, every second counts. A new blood test diagnoses them in minutes rather than hours and could be adapted as a tool for first responders and people at home.
Oct 16, 2024
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Tattoo inks in Europe are mislabeled and some contain banned ingredients, finds study
If you plan on getting a tattoo, consider this: A new study from Binghamton University, State University of New York looking at green and blue tattoo inks from Europe found that most contained ingredients that are not listed ...
Oct 1, 2024
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A blood test will diagnose fibromyalgia more reliably
A research team from the University of Rovira i Virgili, University of Ohio and the University of Texas has developed an innovative method that allows fibromyalgia to be reliably diagnosed from a blood sample. Identifying ...
Mar 4, 2024
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Research suggests natural compound could be promising new alternative treatment for colon cancer
A new study has discovered a naturally occurring compound found in fruit has the potential to be an effective alternative treatment for colon cancer. The disease, which affects the large intestine, remains a significant global ...
Feb 26, 2024
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Eye-safe laser technology to diagnose traumatic brain injury
Researchers from the University of Birmingham have designed and developed a novel diagnostic device to detect traumatic brain injury (TBI) by shining a safe laser into the eye.
Nov 29, 2023
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Blood test for chronic fatigue syndrome found to be 91% accurate
An international team of medical researchers has announced the development of a blood test for chronic fatigue syndrome. The test is reportedly 91% accurate. In their paper published in the journal Advanced Science, the group ...
Scientists identify brain tumors using blood samples
Not only is it difficult to diagnose and pinpoint an early-stage brain tumor—certain difficulties may arise even after the onset of symptoms. Tomsk State University scientists have developed a new noninvasive approach to ...
Jun 19, 2023
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