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  • AI Can Boost Radiologists’ Efficiency Without Sacrificing Accuracy

    Artificial intelligence (AI) can boost radiologists’ ability to quickly and accurately assess people’s X-rays, a new study says. Some radiologists became 40% more efficient at reviewing images with the help of a custom-built AI program, researchers reported June 5 in JAMA Network Open. “This is, to my knowledge, the first use of AI that demonstrably…

  • Common menopause medication might prevent breast cancer while treating hot flashes

    A drug intended to treat menopause symptoms could double as breast cancer prevention. New research from Northwestern University in Illinois found that Duavee, a Pfizer-made drug, “significantly reduced” breast tissue cell growth, which is a major indicator of cancer progression. A phase 2 clinical trial included 141 post-menopausal women who had been diagnosed with ductal…

  • What to know about UK warning on weight loss drugs’ effect on birth control

    Regulators in the United Kingdom issued guidance on Thursday, warning that weight loss and diabetes medications may weaken the effectiveness of birth control and may be harmful for pregnant women. This is because Mounjaro, a medication licensed to treat diabetes and for weight loss management in the U.K. in conjunction with diet and exercise, may…

  • Troubled Kids Wait a Half-Day — Or More — In ER To Get Mental Health Care

    About 1 in 3 kids who go to an emergency room (ER) amid a mental health crisis wait at least 12 hours to be transferred to psychiatric care, researchers report in the August 2025 issue of the Journal of the American College of Emergency Physicians Open. Further, more than 1 in 8 wait more than…

  • How to Provide Long-Distance Caregiving

    Supporting aging parents or loved ones from afar can be challenging, but with the right tools and strategies, long-distance caregiving is possible and meaningful. While it’s no easy task to be a long-distance caregiver, the following are some strategies you can adopt to streamline duties and be more organized in your approach. These include arranging…

  • Keto Debate: Is Low-Carb a Game Changer or a Risky Gamble?

    Recent estimates show that 13 million Americans follow a ketogenic diet – a nutrition paradigm based on extremely low carbs and high fats – and its popularity is only growing. Yet for all the benefits, research also highlights serious concerns, including nutrient deficiency, increased heart disease risk, and higher levels of LDL cholesterol (the kind…

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