Every year, something amazing happens in the world of medicine. Endocrinologists from India and other countries come together for an event called Colours of India. This isn't your typical medical conference, though. It's all about music and dance. Since 2016, teams from across the globe have been sh
Brain tumors are super serious and need quick, accurate diagnosis for the best treatment. Old ways for classifying these tumors take time and can be wrong. Let's start with collecting brain images from a special dataset. These images are then cleaned up to remove noise using a special method called
Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old suspect in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is currently in a Pennsylvania state prison. He's facing a potential life sentence if convicted for second-degree murder. Mangione was arrested in Altoona on December 9, just days after the fatal shooting in
Did you know that having close friends can greatly benefit the health of adults over 50? A study by the University of Michigan discovered that friendships can truly make a difference in both mental and physical well-being. However, it's a catch-22: when people feel unwell, they often find it tough t
COVID-19, caused by the virus SARS-CoV-2, has been a global issue since 2019. While vaccines and less severe variants have helped, people with weakened immune systems still struggle. They often don't respond well to vaccines and can get very sick from COVID-19. Experts have looked at how COVID-19 af
When it comes to treating unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (uHCC), a type of liver cancer, lenvatinib is often the go-to treatment. But how does it stack up against other options? Researchers used a clever method called inverse probability of treatment weighting (IPTW) and network meta-analysis
Bitcoin hit a record high over the weekend, reaching $106, 449 before dropping below $104, 000 on Monday. This rollercoaster ride comes as the Federal Reserve is set to make its final interest rate decision of the year. Investors are eagerly waiting to see if the Fed will cut rates again, which coul
Ever wondered how animals communicate in their families? Scientists found out that Mongolian gerbils use a complex set of sounds and calls, which differ between families. They studied three gerbil families living in a large space for 20 days, recording their vocalizations. By using a special compute
At the recent UFC Tampa event, the main fight between Colby Covington and Joaquin Buckley ended abruptly due to an eye injury. Covington, a former interim welterweight champion, was making a comeback after a year-long break. His opponent, Buckley, had been more active. The fight took a turn when Buc
You might think a drink or two helps you loosen up at parties. But scientists found that alcohol's effects on socializing are mostly in our heads. Drinking might not make you funnier or more outgoing. It’s more about who you’re with and your mindset. If you choose to drink, here are some simple tips
