The New York Times Investigates Pharmacy Benefit Managers
The New York Times is conducting an investigation into pharmacy benefit managers, the entities that play a crucial role in determining which medications are covered by insurance and how much consumers have to pay for them. This inquiry aims to…
AI Algorithm Allows Chest X-ray to Diagnose COVID-19 with 98% Accuracy
MEDICAL AI Algorithm Allows Chest X-ray to Diagnose COVID-19 with 98% Accuracy Researchers have developed a deep learning-based AI algorithm that can detect COVID-19 infection from chest X-rays with more than 98% accuracy. The algorithm distinguishes between normal X-rays and…
Advancements in Neuroscience Research for Movement Disorders
Neuroscience, the last frontier of medical research, continues to unlock the enigmas of the human brain. Leading the charge is Professor Lee Miller, whose recent studies have unearthed significant insights into the treatment and understanding of movement disorders. These studies…
Scientists Grow First Brain Organoids from Human Fetal Tissue, Opening New Window into Brain Development
Scientists have achieved a significant milestone in brain research by growing the first brain organoids from human fetal tissue. These brainlike structures, called organoids, could provide a realistic model to study developmental disorders and brain cancers, offering a window into…
Revolutionary Hydrogel-Based Treatment for Ventricular Arrhythmia
A recent breakthrough study led by Dr. Mehdi Razavi at The Texas Heart Institute (THI), in collaboration with a biomedical engineering team of The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) Cockrell School of Engineering led by Dr. Elizabeth Cosgriff-Hernandez,…
The Health Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet
New year, new you? Your nutrition can help you not only look but feel better — and experts point to plant-based diets as a health-forward option for 2024 and beyond. “Low carbohydrate diets do tend to promote weight loss, but…
The Crucial Role of a Balanced Diet in Overall Health
Recently, there has been a growing awareness of the crucial role that a balanced diet plays in overall health. It is widely acknowledged that what we eat directly impacts our physical and mental well-being. The Indian Express has highlighted the…
Timing of Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy Crucial for Pediatric Survival, Study Finds
According to a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, the timing of continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) is crucial for the survival of children with acute kidney injury (AKI) or volume overload in the intensive care unit (ICU). The…
Researchers Study Molecular Freight Elevator in Pathogenic Bacteria
How does a molecular freight elevator work? Bonn researchers study an important membrane transport mechanism in pathogenic bacteria UNIVERSITATSKLINIKUM BONN – Some bacterial membrane transporters work almost like freight elevators to transport substances through the cell membrane into the interior…
Groundbreaking Development in Non-Contrast OCT Imaging for Coronary Artery Disease Patients
On 9th January 2024, a groundbreaking development in the field of medical imaging was published in the latest issue of Nature Publishing Group journal: Scientific Reports. The research conducted by Prof. Jin Won Kim and Dong Oh Kang’s team from…