Heart disease is a major health concern, ranking high among causes of death globally. Doctors rely on various tools to assess a person's risk, but these tools often don't see eye to eye. This inconsistency can lead to different treatment recommendations, even for the same patient. A recent study highlighted this issue by examining risk calculators used for individua...
AI is changing how doctors predict violent behavior in mental health patients. This tech could make assessments more accurate and faster. But it also brings up big questions about fairness, transparency, and how these tools fit into current medical practices. Doctors often use traditional methods to assess risk. These methods can be time-consuming and may not work w...
The digital currency market is buzzing with excitement as more companies dive into the world of cryptocurrencies. These firms, called digital-asset treasury companies, are planning to invest a massive $79 billion in Bitcoin this year alone. But it's not just Bitcoin that's grabbing their attention. They're also exploring smaller, less popular tokens, which adds to th...
Scientists are finding new ways to check for harmful substances in our bodies without using animals. This is a big deal because it's better for the animals and often gives us more accurate results. One of the places they're looking is in our pee. That's right, pee! It might not sound glamorous, but pee is actually a goldmine of information. It can tell us about the c...
The Hanjiang River in China is facing a hidden problem: tiny plastic particles. These small bits, called microplastics, are less than 500 micrometers in size. They are everywhere in the river and can harm aquatic life. A recent study used advanced technology to find out more about these microplastics. The study found a lot of these tiny plastics in the river. On ave...
High triglyceride levels, or hypertriglyceridaemia, are not just about what you eat. It's a mix of genes and lifestyle. The liver plays a big role here. When the liver has too much fat, it makes more of a certain type of cholesterol. This cholesterol is rich in triglycerides. Now, scientists think that this liver fat interacts with a person's genetic makeup. Together...
Central Asia is dealing with a serious issue: fine particulate matter, or PM2. 5, which comes from both natural dust and human-made pollution. This tiny stuff is hard to see, but it's causing big problems for people's health. Lets break it down. First, lets talk about where this PM2. 5 comes from. In winter, most of it comes from things like cars, factories, and hea...
Older adults often face the challenge of falls, which can significantly affect their daily lives. To tackle this issue, wearable sensors have been developed to monitor and predict fall risks in real-world settings. These sensors track movements in everyday environments, providing valuable data for assessing fall risks. To gauge the effectiveness and acceptability of ...
Dental implants can fail due to peri-implantitis. This disease wreaks havoc on the tissues around dental implants. It is a complex condition. It has many risk factors. It is important to figure out who is at risk before surgery. This can help prevent the disease. It can also help patients make better choices. It is important to assess a patient's risk befor...
Lightning is a serious threat to wind farms. It can cause significant damage. Many studies have been done on the effects of lightning. However, there is a lack of research on how different wind farm layouts affect the severity of lightning-induced overvoltages. This is a crucial gap in knowledge. This study aims to fill that gap. It looks at how different wind ...