MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

Sep 14 2025HEALTH

Smart Tech Takes Aim at Cancer with Peptides

Cancer is a tough opponent, and traditional treatments can be harsh on the body. But there's hope in the form of anticancer peptides (ACPs), which can target and destroy cancer cells while sparing healthy ones. The catch? Finding these peptides is a slow and tedious process. Enter ACP-EPC, a clever piece of tech that speeds things up. It uses deep learning to predic...

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Sep 14 2025FINANCE

Swedish Medical Tech Stock Takes a Tumble: What's Going On?

Surgical Science Sweden, a company known for its advanced medical training simulators, saw its stock price drop recently. The shares fell by 4. 8%, closing at $9. 95. This is a significant decrease from the previous day's close of $10. 45. Even more concerning, the trading volume was quite low, with only about 1, 000 shares traded, which is 45% less than the usual da...

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Sep 12 2025HEALTH

AI Steps In When Doctors Are Far Away

In a world where technology is advancing rapidly, AI is proving to be a game-changer in healthcare, especially in remote areas. A recent study explored how AI models like GPT-4 and o3 could assist in medical care, particularly in places where doctors are scarce or hard to reach due to natural disasters or harsh weather. The study focused on a real-life case of a 16-...

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Sep 03 2025HEALTH

Tech's Big Role in Treating Esophagus Issues

The world of treating esophagus problems is getting a big boost from new tech. Think robots, tiny tools, smart computers, and digital health gadgets. These aren't just fancy upgrades. They're changing how doctors find and treat issues in the esophagus, whether it's simple problems or serious ones like cancer. This isn't just about new toys for doctors. It's about ma...

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Jul 20 2025HEALTH

Helping Little Lungs Breathe: The Science Behind ECMO for Kids

ECMO, or extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, is a lifesaver for kids with severe breathing problems. It's like a temporary lung, giving their own lungs a break to heal. Doctors are always learning more about how to use it best. New tech and better ways to manage ECMO are changing how doctors treat kids. They're picking the right patients and using better methods. T...

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Jul 17 2025HEALTH

A Heartbeat Clue: How a Tiny Device Saved a Life

In the world of heart health, every beat counts. Doctors often rely on advanced tools to spot issues that might not be visible through standard tests. One such tool is the implantable loop recorder, a small device that keeps track of the heart's rhythm. Recently, this device played a crucial role in diagnosing a rare heart condition called Coumel's sign. Coumel's si...

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Jun 27 2025HEALTH

Smart Tech Helps Spot Wobbly Knee Implants

Knee replacements can sometimes feel loose, causing pain and trouble for patients. Doctors use CT scans to check these implants, but current methods don't measure how loose they are. A new method uses CT scans taken while the knee is bent in different directions. This helps measure how much the implant moves compared to the bone. The process involves creating 3D ima...

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Jun 19 2025HEALTH

Will AI Change How We Trust Our Doctors?

AI is making big waves in healthcare. It's being used more and more to help doctors make diagnoses. This is a big deal, but there's a catch. Patients might not be on board with AI calling the shots. Why? Because trust is a huge factor in healthcare. If patients don't trust AI, they might not seek help when they need it. This is a problem that needs to be looke...

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Jun 16 2025RELIGION

Religion and Medicine: Finding Common Ground

The world of medicine is always changing. New tools and treatments appear all the time. This can be a big deal for religious groups, especially those with strong beliefs about life and death. One such group is the Russian Orthodox Church (ROC). They have had to think hard about how to deal with these new medical advances. Why is this important? Well, it shows how rel...

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Jun 06 2025HEALTH

Unlocking the Secrets of Labor: A New Way to Measure Baby's Head Position

The journey of childbirth is a complex process. One crucial aspect is how the baby's head moves during labor. This movement, known as fetal head flexion, is vital for a smooth delivery. However, measuring it accurately has been a challenge, especially for those not highly skilled in using ultrasound machines. This is where a new tool called OSAM-NET comes into play. ...

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