A recent project tackled a big problem: making health information about rare diseases easier to understand. The team built a smart tool that uses a special kind of AI to answer questions about neurocutaneous syndromes. These are complex conditions that affect the skin and brain. The tool was tested to see if it could explain things in a way that patients and their f...
Patients about to undergo brain surgery often feel overwhelmed and confused. This is because they don't always understand what's happening or what they need to do. Doctors and nurses usually explain things, but sometimes it's not enough. Printed materials can help, but they're not always easy to understand or personal enough. This is where AI chatbots might come in ...
Adult spinal deformity (ASD) is a big deal for older folks, with a whopping 68% affected. Surgery can help, but it's not a walk in the park, with complications happening in up to half of the cases. Teaching patients about what to expect is super important, but doctors are busy, and time is limited. Enter ChatGPT-3. 5, a language learning model that might lend a hand...
In Turkey, a study was done to figure out what hand surgery patients need to know before they leave the hospital. The goal was to help them recover better at home. The focus was on people who had surgery and could go home the same day. Hand surgery can be scary, and knowing what to do after is important. The study wanted to see what information patients needed most....
Healthcare is always looking for ways to make patients smarter about their treatment. This can make them happier and healthier. It can also save money. But giving patients too much info at once can be a problem. Traditional ways of sharing info, like booklets, often fail. Videos are a good idea. But making them takes lots of time and money. This is where AI co...
TikTok is a massive hit, with over a billion people using it every month. It's a place where trends spread like wildfire. One trend that's been gaining traction is about a condition called retrograde cricopharyngeal dysfunction, or RCPD. This is a fancy way of saying there's a problem with the muscle that controls the opening between the throat and the esophagus. It ...
The metaverse is a hot topic, but how does it help with prostate cancer awareness? Let's dive in. The metaverse is a virtual space where people can interact, learn, and even receive medical education. But how effective is it for teaching patients about prostate cancer? That's the question that was explored during the 2023 Blue Ribbon Campaign. The metaverse has ...
Managing type 2 diabetes is a complex task. It involves more than just taking medication. Lifestyle changes, constant learning, and sticking to a plan are all crucial. This can be a lot for anyone to handle. As a result, many people struggle to stay motivated and follow their treatment plans. This can lead to poor health outcomes. This is where mobile health apps co...
TikTok has become a hub for sharing tips on healing cesarean scars. This has raised questions about the quality and accuracy of the information being shared. A recent study looked into the products, methods, and procedures suggested on TikTok for helping new mothers heal from cesarean deliveries. The goal was to see how effective the platform is in educating women...
Artificial intelligence chatbots are becoming a big deal in healthcare. They are being used to help patients in many ways. One area where they are making a difference is in orthodontic care. This is where braces and other tools are used to straighten teeth. A recent study looked at how these chatbots affect patients' understanding and compliance with their treatm...