Scientists have found a promising way to detect kidney rejection early using cell-free DNA from donors. This method, called dd-cfDNA monitoring, can spot antibody-mediated rejection (AMR) in people who have received kidney transplants. The tricky part is that we need to see if this method actually h
Meet Holly Campbell, wife of Detroit Lions Head Coach Dan Campbell. While Dan is busy strategizing for the playoffs, Holly is making waves on Instagram with her unintentional humor. It all started with a simple photo request on her post. A follower asked for a picture of Dan getting out of a pool. H
Did you know that many eye diseases show signs in the retina before symptoms appear? That's why scientists are working on ways to detect these diseases early. One new method is called Pan-Ret. It's a special system that can spot abnormalities in retinal images without needing lots of labeled data. H
Procedural sedation is crucial for kids undergoing radiation therapy. Traditionally, anesthesiologists handled this, but now pediatric critical care physicians are taking the lead. A study looked into how well they're doing. The research team checked out a single hospital's records of kids who recei
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its cousin, machine learning (ML), have been making waves in the medical world, especially when it comes to helping kids with long-term illnesses. This review takes a closer look at how AI is being used to monitor, guide, and assist young patients. Researchers sifted
Diabetic macular edema is a serious eye condition that can lead to vision loss. While clinical trials often show promising results, real-world treatment can be tough. Patients, healthcare providers, and clinic staff all face hurdles that make managing this condition difficult. These problems can inc
A new report by the Pew Research Center reveals that nearly half of American teens say they're online almost all the time. This is despite worries about how social media and phone use impact their mental health. YouTube remains the favorite platform, with 90% of teens watching videos there daily. Ho
Imagine keeping a secret that’s been weighing on you for years. Annie Niu, a known lifestyle influencer, has recently shared a surprising truth with her family. She’d been posing as her deceased twin sister for the past five years, all to protect her grandparents from feeling sad. It all came to lig
Our bodies have an in-built timekeeper, called the circadian rhythm, that keeps many functions running smoothly. When this rhythm gets disrupted, it can cause health problems. Modern life, with its long indoor hours and irregular schedules, can throw off this rhythm. Besides personal habits, environ
Ever wondered what time of day a president-elect makes the biggest decisions? For Donald J. Trump, it's often after dark. In the quiet hours of the night, while many are asleep, Trump has been busy hosting dinners, making personnel announcements, and even poking fun at world leaders on social media.
