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Wearable Device for Emotion Detection Works Like a Mood Ring for the Face

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It’s common for patients to conceal their true feelings, either from their caregivers or even themselves. A new experimental facial “sticker” aims to help with this by detecting and transmitting information about the wearer’s emotional state. Sensors Measure Key Physiological Data to Track Emotions Developed by Assoc. Prof. Huanyu “Larry” Cheng and his team at […]

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Gold Injections in the Eye Could Be the Key to Preserving Vision

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The idea of injecting gold particles into the eyes may sound unconventional, but a new study conducted on mice in the United States suggests this technique could hold promise for treating age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and other degenerative eye conditions. Understanding the Scope of AMD AMD impacts millions around the world and becomes increasingly common

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Brown Rice Has More Arsenic – But It’s Still Worth Eating

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A recent study in the US confirms that brown rice has higher levels of arsenic compared to white rice. Understandably, this might raise some eyebrows — arsenic is a well-known toxic element. However, the concentrations found in brown rice are far below any threshold that would pose a danger to human health. And just like

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Wearable Stethoscope Patch Monitors Respiratory Issues Over Extended Periods

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Traditional stethoscopes can detect respiratory conditions, but they only provide insights during short examinations by healthcare professionals. A new wearable device, however, can offer a more comprehensive understanding by monitoring a patient’s breathing continuously over several days. Introducing the Lung-Sound-Monitoring-Patch (LSMP) The research team, led by postdoctoral scientist Kyoung-Ryul Lee from the Korea Institute of

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CT Scans and Cancer Risk: Key Facts You Should Know

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A recent study has raised concerns about the excessive use of CT (computed tomography) scans, linking them to approximately 5% of all new cancer diagnoses annually. Since 2007, the use of CT scans in the United States has grown by 30%. Researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) employed statistical modeling to estimate

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First “Never-Stop Beating” Heart Transplant Marks a Historic Medical Breakthrough

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For the first time, surgeons have successfully performed a heart transplant in which the donor heart continued beating throughout the entire procedure, significantly reducing the potential damage often associated with this complex operation. This innovation marks a major milestone and could pave the way for a new era of more effective heart transplants. The groundbreaking

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Gepotidacin: A Breakthrough Oral Antibiotic for Treating Drug-Resistant Gonorrhea

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A new clinical study suggests that gepotidacin, an oral antibiotic currently used for urinary tract infections, may offer an effective new treatment for gonorrhea, particularly against drug-resistant strains. The phase 3 randomized controlled trial, published in The Lancet and presented at the ESCMID conference, brings hope amid growing concerns about antibiotic resistance in gonorrhea treatment.

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Scientists Discover Unexpected Link Between Diet and Lung Cancer Risk

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When thinking about lung cancer risk, most people likely associate it with smoking or air pollution. However, recent research has uncovered a surprising connection between the disease and the quality of our diets. Glycogen’s Role in Lung Cancer Development Researchers from the University of Florida and the University of Kentucky have identified that glycogen, a

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New Virus-Trapping Gum Could Help Neutralize Herpes Infections

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A new type of chewing gum has shown the potential to “trap” and neutralize certain influenza and herpes viruses, based on recent studies conducted by scientists from the US and Finland. Herpes simplex viruses 1 and 2 (HSV-1 and HSV-2), which are responsible for causing oral herpes, are among the most widespread infections globally. Despite

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World Autism Awareness Day: Expert Explains the Importance of Stimming

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Stimming, short for “self-stimulatory behavior,” is a self-soothing activity often observed in autistic individuals. It includes repetitive movements, sounds, or actions and is typically classified in medical literature under “rigid and repetitive behavior.” This perspective often portrays stimming negatively, leading health professionals, teachers, and even parents to try to prevent it. However, stimming is a

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