Have you ever wondered how doctors keep track of a patient's body temperature, despite all the fluctuations, during surgery? Well, it's a big deal because catching issues like hypothermia and malignant hyperthermia early on can make a huge difference. During major surgeries, anesthesia can caus
Imagine starting your life over with a fresh - slimmer you. Individuals with poor diets and other relevant risks went through Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery to achieve just that! Roux-en-Y gastric surgery disrupted the digestive tract and with less food intake, slimdown a model. It is general
Microscopes have come a long way in biology and medicine. They can show us not just what cells look like, but also how they behave and stick together. These microscopic tools are not just about taking pictures. They can also measure forces and other properties of living things. This is all
Medical anthropology has long overlooked the crucial contributions of Black feminist thinkers. This isn't just about acknowledging the problems with current systems; Black feminist theory offers a path to true transformation. Imagine a new approach to healing, health, and care, deeply rooted in Blac
In the chilly December of 1973, a unique drama hit British TV screens. Nemone Lethbridge's play "Baby Blues" aired on the BBC as part of their influential "Play for Today" series. This wasn't your usual television fare; it delved into topics that society often whispered about, like infertility, caes
You might think that when something terrible happens, like sexual violence during a conflict, people would rush to get help. But in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, many survivors don't get medical care right away. This study wanted to figure out why. They found several obstacles that make it h
Scientists typically focus on a few model animals like lab mice or fruit flies for medical research. But plants and other critters living in harsh environments might hold keys to solving tough health problems. Field studies of these wild animals are rare due to funding issues. Yet, understanding how
Two-photon polymerization, or TPP, is a fascinating manufacturing technique gaining traction in the biomedical field. Unlike other methods, TPP can create 3D structures with incredible precision, down to the nanometer scale. What makes TPP so special is its ability to provide free-form fabrication.
Recent times have seen artificial intelligence (AI) making waves in medicine. One area where AI is being explored is in surgical contexts, particularly in interpreting medical images. This study dives into how six different AI tools, called multimodal large language models (MLLMs), handle images rel
Have you ever wondered how psychiatrists and psychotherapists in Germany are trained? Well, until recently, there hasn't been a nationwide evaluation of their further training and work conditions. This might seem like a big deal, especially when you consider that attracting young talent and ensuring
