People with type 2 diabetes often take special medicines. Two of these are GLP-1 receptor agonists and SGLT2 inhibitors. Both help control blood sugar. But do they affect the risk of leg amputations differently? A big study looked at this question. It compared new users of these two types of drugs.
Glioblastoma, a tough brain cancer, has been a hard nut to crack for doctors. They've tried a treatment called checkpoint inhibitor therapy (CPI). It has worked wonders for other cancers. But for glioblastoma, it's not been as effective. Why is that? Scientists are digging deep to find out. They're
Wearable tech might just be the game-changer we need for tracking medication adherence. You know how it is—people often forget to take their meds, and doctors usually have to rely on patients' own reports, which aren't always accurate. But what if there was a better way? Enter wearable devices. The
In today's world, technology is everywhere. It helps us stay connected and makes life easier. But it also brings new challenges, especially for older adults. Fraud and cybercrime are big problems. Seniors are often targeted because they may not be as familiar with the latest tech tricks. This puts t
Multiple myeloma is a tough cancer to treat. It's a disease that affects plasma cells and, despite many treatments, it's still not curable. Scientists are always looking for new ways to fight it. Recently, they tested a bunch of small-molecule inhibitors to see which ones could stop the growth of my
Mpox is a viral infection that shares symptoms with smallpox. One crucial way to track how the disease is progressing is by counting the number of skin lesions that appear. This task is usually done by hand, which can be time-consuming and prone to mistakes. This is where technology steps in to offe
Meta's recent $14. 3 billion investment in Scale AI has stirred up the tech world. This move has raised eyebrows, especially among competitors. Google, Scale AI's largest customer, is reportedly considering ending its partnership. This shift could significantly impact Scale AI's operations and futur
Cancer treatment is tricky. Doctors struggle with seeing deep into tissues. They also have trouble getting clear, real-time pictures of tumors as they change during treatment. Traditional imaging methods just don't cut it. They lack the detail and speed needed to track the dynamic tumor environm
Ukraine's military has been holding onto a piece of Russian territory in the Kursk region for nearly a year. This area, roughly 90 square kilometers, was seized during a surprise attack in August 2024. The commander-in-chief of Ukraine's forces, Oleksandr Syrsky, confirmed that despite Russia's clai
Electronic Fetal Monitoring is a key tool in childbirth. It tracks the baby's heartbeat and the mother's contractions. Yet, it's not as straightforward as it seems. The way doctors and nurses read these monitors can vary greatly. This variation is not just about skill. It's also about the environmen
