Ever wondered how people discuss cannabis use with their doctors online? Patient portals, those secure messaging platforms connected to your health records, offer a space for patients to chat about their health habits. But how often do cannabis conversations happen there? Not much is known about thi
Cancer is a major health issue worldwide, and breast cancer, in particular, is a significant concern. Despite advancements in treatment and prevention, it remains the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Both genetic and environmental factors contribute to the development of breast cancer.
The potato tuber moth (PTM), Phthorimaea operculella, is a big problem for potato farmers everywhere. So far, the main way to deal with it is by using chemical pesticides, which are not great for the environment or people's health. Scientists have been looking for better ways to control PTM. They fo
Imagine getting instant answers to your eye-related questions or learning about ophthalmology from a smart, digital assistant. That's the idea behind EyeGPT, a new large language model designed specifically for eye health. This innovative tool aims to streamline clinical processes and boost medical
Imagine being a hunter in the freezing lands of East Greenland, where temperatures often dip below zero. It turns out that our thyroid hormones play a vital role in keeping us warm when we're exposed to the cold. One study delved into this by looking at a group of Greenlandic hunters who are no stra
Pregnant women dealing with gestational diabetes have shared valuable insights that could help make prenatal care better. A recent study took a close look at many qualitative research papers to find common themes in women's feedback. The goal was to understand how to improve prenatal care based on r
In Korea, doctors are exploring a new way to manage low-risk thyroid cancer. Instead of rushing into surgery, they're considering an approach called active surveillance (AS). This means keeping a close eye on the cancer without immediate surgery. But not all doctors are ready to embrace this idea. A
Scientists set out on a mission to classify lesions known as focal cortical dysplasia (FCD) in the insulo-opercular region of the brain. This brain area, located deep within the brain structure, can be tricky. The study's goal was to map the exact spots and extents of these FCD lesions and understan
Ever heard of Sony and Apple working together? Well, they might be teaming up to make something cool happen in the world of virtual reality. According to a recent report, Sony has been tinkering with its PSVR2 controllers to make them play nice with Apple’s upcoming Vision Pro VR headset. Believe it
Have you ever wondered how certain cells in our body go haywire and cause conditions like psoriasis? One key player in this puzzle is the mammalian target of rapamycin, or mTOR for short. This pathway is like the body's metabolic traffic cop, controlling how cells grow and divide. Recent research h
