Ever wondered how doctors can see inside your body without cutting you open? It's not magic, it's science! MRI machines are like superheroes, but they need special helpers called phantoms to learn their powers. These phantoms aren't ghosts, but clever tools made to copy how our body parts react to m
Working in high altitudes is common for many people, especially those in the aerospace industry. But what does this do to the brain? A study looked at 19 people who often work in altitude chambers and compared them to 28 healthy individuals. First, let's talk about the brain scans. Both groups had
The US government has decided to pause $500 million worth of agreements for mRNA vaccine development. This move comes as public trust in this technology wanes. Jay Bhattacharya, a leader at the NIH, recently discussed this on a podcast. He emphasized that without public confidence, these vaccines ca
A former top health official has raised serious concerns about the recent decision to pause certain mRNA vaccine research. Dr. Jerome Adams, who once served as the U. S. Surgeon General, warns that this move could have dire consequences. The decision to cancel 22 mRNA vaccine projects came from Sec
The US has decided to stop funding 22 mRNA vaccine projects worth $500 million. This move, led by Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr, has sparked debate. Critics argue it might be a big mistake, while supporters claim it's a necessary shift. Kennedy believes mRNA vaccines don't effectively protec
In a tragic turn of events, a man lost his life after a metal chain he was wearing became dangerously attracted to an MRI machine's powerful magnetic field. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the immense power these machines possess and the importance of following safety guidelines. The un
Prostate cancer diagnosis has a problem. Different doctors often see the same MRI scans and come to different conclusions. This inconsistency can lead to wrong diagnoses. To tackle this, researchers looked into how artificial intelligence (AI) can help. Six radiologists from around the world took p
When the heart stops, the brain can get hurt from lack of oxygen. Doctors use special brain scans to check for damage. Normally, a part of the brain called the precentral cortex looks darker on these scans. But in some cases, it doesn't look dark anymore. This change might mean the brain got hurt fr
Researchers wanted to make MRI scans better for looking at female pelvic organs. They used a special 3D technique called T2-weighted imaging with something called variable refocusing angle (VRFA). The goal was to find the best settings for clear and detailed images. First, they tested different set
Knee injuries are a common issue, and figuring out how bad they are is crucial for treatment. Two main ways to look inside the knee are MRI and a special type of CT scan called weight-bearing CT arthrography (WBCTa). This study wanted to see how well MRI does at spotting cartilage damage compared to
