Dementia diagnosis faces significant hurdles in low-income countries like Uganda. One of these challenges is the underutilization of brain MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging). Even when MRI is available, crucial details such as mild regional brain shrinkage, which are vital for diagnosing dementia, oft
Do you know that chlamydia is one of the most widespread bacterial infections globally, and its rates keep rising? The struggle to control it is real. Enter point-of-care (POC) testing. These quick tests might just turn the tide. Imagine being able to diagnose chlamydia right away, without sending s
Malaria is a major global issue, particularly in specific regions. The traditional method of diagnosing it involves examining blood samples under a microscope. This process requires a lab, trained personnel, and special equipment, making it time-consuming and reliant on the technician's expertise. A
Imagine this: a young, healthy woman who takes care of herself gets a shocking diagnosis. Siobhan Donovan, 33, had just finished a smooth pregnancy with her third child. She was active, ate well, and didn’t smoke. Then she found some swelling in her breast. It turned out to be metastatic breast canc
You might have seen it on TikTok: people rubbing magnesium oil on their feet to fall asleep fast. But does it really work? Let's dig into the science behind this sleep hack. Magnesium is a crucial mineral involved in many body processes, including muscle recovery, nerve function, and sleep regulati
Do you know what living in tropical countries could lead to? You might get melioidosis, an infection caused by the bacterium Burkholderia pseudomallei. This tiny bug loves soil and water, making it a common problem in hot regions like Kerala, India. Melioidosis can be mild or severe, depending on ho
Ever heard of endometriosis? It's a sneaky condition where uterine tissue decides to grow outside the uterus. While it's common, it can cause major pain and make getting pregnant tough. So, let's dive into what's new in diagnosing and treating this issue. Docs are always on the lookout for ways to
Early detection is key when it comes to treating prostate cancer effectively. Yet, overdiagnosing and overtreating clinically insignificant cancers is a common issue. This highlights the importance of having better tools to predict a patient's risk accurately. Recently, scientists focused on a test
Imagine you're a detective in a hospital, trying to solve a puzzle called "hemangioblastoma" (HB). This brain tumor can look a lot like a kidney cancer (clear cell renal cell carcinoma) that's spread to the brain. Both have clear cells and can be linked to a condition called Von Hippel-Lindau syndro
You might think that big language models, like the ones powering AI doctors, can predict diseases as well as traditional classifiers. But hold on, let's dig into this! These AI doctors use something called next-word probability to make guesses. However, this isn't the same as the pre-test probabilit
