Prostate cancer treatment is getting a makeover. A new trial called PROSEVEN is testing a faster way to deliver radiotherapy. Normally, this treatment takes a while. But now, doctors are trying to do it in just seven days. The idea is to use a special kind of radiotherapy called stereotactic body r
The Korean Society of Radiology is celebrating its 80th anniversary. To mark this milestone, they are shining a spotlight on the most influential articles published in the Journal of the Korean Society of Radiology (JKSR). These articles have been highly viewed and cited, making a significant impact
The Chornobyl disaster in 1986 changed the forests around it forever. Even now, wood from these forests is still being used. Scientists wanted to find out what makes some trees hold more radiation than others. They looked at different types of trees and soils to see how much strontium-90 and cesium-
Stephen A. Smith is stepping into the political arena. He's been a familiar face in sports commentary for years, but now he's ready to tackle politics and culture head-on. Starting September 17th, he'll host a live political show called "Straight Shooter with Stephen A. Smith" on SiriusXM's POTUS ch
Bill Belichick, the legendary football coach, has stirred up quite a bit of drama recently. He made some comments about his former team, the New England Patriots, and their owner, Robert Kraft. This didn't go over well with some people, especially the hosts of a popular Boston radio show. The hosts
Walmart has taken a big step to ensure customer safety by recalling certain frozen shrimp from stores in 13 states. The reason? Potential radioactive contamination. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found traces of Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope, in some shrimp imported from Indonesia. Th
Prostate cancer treatment isn't always straightforward. After surgery, some patients might need additional treatment. This is because cancer cells can sometimes linger, leading to what doctors refer to as a biochemical recurrence. It's like trying to get rid of weeds in a garden, but some roots rema
There's a new tool in town that's shaking up how doctors look at X-ray images. It's called XVertNet, and it's all about making the bones in your spine stand out more clearly. Why does this matter? Well, sometimes, X-rays don't show the tiny details that doctors need to see. This can lead to missed d
Radiation is everywhere, but it's not the same everywhere. A study dug into how natural radiation, like gamma and alpha types, changes with weather and location. The goal? To tell the difference between natural shifts and human-made messes. Nine spots were watched for a whole year. Guess where gamm
Surgery on the brain is tricky. It's like trying to navigate a maze while blindfolded. But now, there's a new tool called the Surgical Theater system. It's like giving surgeons a map and a pair of 3D glasses. This system takes flat X-ray pictures and turns them into 3D models. It's like going from
