Health

Birmingham Teen Returns to School After Rare Brain Tumour Surgery

A Birmingham teenager, Honey, has returned to school after undergoing surgery to remove a rare brain tumour, bringing relief to her and her family. The 15-year-old was diagnosed with the tumour in 2019, after initially being misdiagnosed with growing pains….

Flu Season Hits Nevada County: Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Opens Additional Rooms

Flu Season Hits Nevada County: Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Opens Additional Rooms to Accommodate High Illness Rate As flu season continues to grip Nevada County, Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital in Grass Valley has been forced to open up additional rooms…

Bluetongue Outbreak Raises Concerns Among UK Farmers and Officials

Four more cases of the livestock disease bluetongue have been identified by government vets, raising concerns among farmers and officials. The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) reported that one animal in Norfolk and three among cattle in Kent tested…

TV and Video Exposure Linked to Atypical Sensory Behaviors in Babies and Toddlers

Babies and toddlers exposed to television or video viewing may be more likely to exhibit atypical sensory behaviors, such as being disengaged and disinterested in activities, seeking more intense stimulation in an environment, or being overwhelmed by sensations like loud…

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…