Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its cousin, machine learning (ML), have been making waves in the medical world, especially when it comes to helping kids with long-term illnesses. This review takes a closer look at how AI is being used to monitor, guide, and assist young patients. Researchers sifted
You might think that with pediatric hypertension affecting around 3% of kids, it would be easy to spot and treat. But surprisingly, less than a quarter of these children are identified, and even when they are, over half don't get the help they need. Why is this happening? Let's look at what parents
Genitourinary rhabdomyosarcoma, or GU-RMS, is a type of cancer that usually affects kids. It's tough to treat and often needs a mix of treatments like radiation, chemo, and big surgeries. But what happens after these kids grow up? Not much is known about how these treatments affect their health late
Have you ever wondered how tiny particles like cells can be moved around in tiny tubes? Scientists often use something called acoustofluidics to do this. It's like using sound to control the dance of these particles. One common tool for this is a microchannel made of a material called polydimethylsi
Ever wondered how different cultures around the world connect various social ideas and religions? Researchers recently analyzed the Google matrix of Wikipedia articles from eight different language editions: English, Arabic, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Russian, and Chinese. They focused on 23
Ever wondered how neural electrodes can be kept in top shape? Scientists have unveiled a simple method. By freeze-drying these electrodes, which are typically coated with a polymer called PEDOT-PSS, they can remain effective for much longer. Normally, electrodes begin to wear out after a few weeks,
Imagine walking on the same ground where our ancient relatives left their footprints millions of years ago. In Kenya, scientists found some fascinating prints that tell us a story about how humans started walking on two legs. This wasn't a simple, straightforward process, but a complex journey fille
Ever wondered what makes a great orthopedic nurse? It's not just about medical skills; it's also about caring for the spirit. Let's dive into the factors that boost or hinder these nurses' spiritual care abilities. First, let's talk about job satisfaction. Happy nurses are better at their jobs, rig
Ever considered what it's like for kids with severe inner ear problems? They might face big hurdles hearing. That's where pediatric auditory brainstem implants (ABIs) come in. A bunch of smart docs got together at the Third International Pediatric ABI Meeting to chat about how these implants are hel
Are you dealing with knee pain? You might have heard about platelet-rich plasma (PRP), a nifty treatment gaining traction in the medical world. PRP is like a supercharged version of your own blood, packed with more platelets than usual. These platelets are little helpers that promote healing and reg
