AI chatbots are becoming popular in China. They can help doctors and nurses. But, they might not be fair to everyone. Three big AI chatbots were tested. They were asked about health problems. The answers showed some biases. This means the chatbots might treat some people unfairly. For example, they
Patients about to undergo brain surgery often feel overwhelmed and confused. This is because they don't always understand what's happening or what they need to do. Doctors and nurses usually explain things, but sometimes it's not enough. Printed materials can help, but they're not always easy to und
People sometimes put things where they shouldn't, and this can lead to big problems. Doctors and nurses have to deal with these cases often. They wanted to find out more about who does this, how often it happens, and what happens to these people. First, they looked at the people involved. They foun
Big changes are coming to your favorite ice cream brands. Many companies that make ice cream in the U. S. have promised to stop using artificial dyes. They plan to do this by 2028. This move comes after pressure from health officials who worry about the effects of these dyes. About 40 ice cream mak
Lupita Nyong’o, the talented actress known for her powerful performances, has recently opened up about a personal health struggle. She revealed that she was diagnosed with uterine fibroids in 2014, the same year she won an Oscar. This condition is more common than many realize, especially among Blac
Doctors have a new helper to tackle knee pain in teens. It's not caused by injuries. This tool is called the MAP-Knee Tool. It's designed to make conversations between doctors and teens easier. It also helps them make decisions together. Plus, it cuts down on confusion about what's wrong. Knee pain
High myopia, or severe nearsightedness, can make cataract surgery a bit trickier. One common issue after this surgery is posterior capsular opacification (PCO), where the lens behind the iris becomes cloudy again. What causes this in people with high myopia? Researchers decided to look into the role
In Korea, a national health initiative has been running since 1999. This program focuses on adults over 40, offering them a stomach check every two years. The goal? To catch stomach cancer early and improve survival rates. But here's a twist: most stomach cancers are caused by a tiny bug called Heli
In the Philippines, a big push for better healthcare access led to a test run of digital health records in local clinics. From 2020 to 2022, two different electronic health record (EHR) systems were tried out in various places. These ranged from busy city clinics to quiet rural health centers and ev
In the world of old English texts, Bald's Leechbook stands out as a treasure trove of medical knowledge. This book is like a guide, starting from the head and going down to the feet, filled with herbal remedies and some notes on how well they work. It's not just about herbs though; there are also re
