Suicide prevention is a pressing global health matter. Annually, about 800, 000 people die by suicide, with around 20 attempts for every death. Large language models (LLMs) could boost digital suicide prevention services, making them more accessible and affordable. However, this also raises importan
Dermoscopy is a tool that helps doctors look at tiny details on the skin that are usually invisible to the naked eye. It's becoming really important in finding skin cancers early and telling different skin conditions apart. Many countries recommend using dermoscopy to spot skin cancers. But no one h
You might not think that climate change and suicide are connected, but scientists are finding some troubling links. As our planet heats up, we're seeing more extreme weather events like heatwaves, storms, and droughts. These environmental changes can really mess with people's mental health, leading
Genomic sequencing is a powerful tool that can help figure out why some kids have certain health issues. But what do parents think about this process, especially when their kids are from groups that don't always get the best medical care? That’s what a group of five studies set out to discover. They
Imagine suddenly losing access to the latest health advice or scientific findings from top agencies like the CDC and FDA. That’s exactly what President Trump ordered recently, instructing these agencies to go silent. No more public health advisories, website updates, or even press briefings. This "b
President Trump recently signed an Executive Order that aims to protect civil rights and promote merit-based opportunity. The order puts an end to what it calls "DEI discrimination" in federal hiring and contracting. DEI stands for "diversity, equity, and inclusion. " According to the order, federal
The US Department of Justice is ramping up its effort to go after state and local officials who refuse to help with Trump's immigration crackdown. In a recent memo, the acting deputy attorney general, Emil Bove, instructed federal prosecutors across the country to investigate and potentially charge
President Donald Trump is making big changes in the federal workforce. He's going after employees who focus on diversity and inclusion, as well as those who work on policies. This is happening very quickly, just days after he started his new term. These moves are worrying federal workers and their u
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are looking to muzzle Justin Baldoni’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman. Their lawyers claim Freedman’s been sharing info with the media non-stop since Lively’s initial complaint. This includes interviews, statements, and even leaking documents. They worry he’s influencing publi
Imagine trying to fix something complex, like a broken bone, without knowing all the pieces. That's how many Black medical professionals feel about the orthopaedic field. It's time to change the conversation and amplify Black voices. For years, the orthopaedic world has been dominated by one perspe
