Today, people are turning to non-surgical alternatives to give their faces a youthful boost. One technique gaining popularity is using threads and fillers together. A recent study tested this combo on 52 adults. With an average age of 48, these folks got three pairs of threads in their mid and lower
Researchers have been using special maps called saliency maps to understand why certain AI models make specific decisions about glaucoma. They trained these AI models, called convolutional neural networks, to diagnose glaucoma using pictures of the eye's fundus, which is the inner lining of the eye.
Imagine you're facing mobility issues from a young age. How does that change your perspective on growing old? This study dives into the lives of older folks who've been navigating early-onset mobility disabilities. The goal? To understand what successful aging means to them, and if their views diffe
You might think the music industry is all about youth, but there's a group of unsung heroes who are proving that age is just a number. We're talking about roadies, those hardworking folks who make sure the show goes on smoothly. Surprisingly, many of them are in their 60s and 70s! They've been aroun
When Justin Trudeau, Canada's 23rd prime minister, decided to step down, many were not surprised. He had promised big changes back in 2015, like fighting climate change, improving Indigenous relations, and updating the voting system. But over time, his popularity dropped. Members of his own Liberal
Tech billionaires like Jeff Bezos, Sam Altman, and Peter Thiel are betting big on extending life. They're investing millions in labs that aim to reverse aging and add years to our lives. But it's not all smooth sailing. These anti-aging enthusiasts face regulatory hurdles, ethical questions, and lon
Imagine you have a tumor, a dangerous cell cluster waging war within your body. Now, imagine scientists using a special kind of scan called Positron Emission Tomography (PET) to watch how your immune system responds to this invader. This isn’t just about the tumor anymore; it's about understanding h
Meet Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), a common virus that can sometimes cause brain inflammation, or encephalitis. In a recent case, EBV managed to trick doctors by mimicking another brain infection caused by the herpes virus. This isn't as uncommon as you might think, but it sure is interesting! When a y
Brain metastases, the most common malignant tumors in the brain, pose a challenge for doctors trying to differentiate between recurring cancer and changes due to treatment. To address this, several prominent medical organizations have teamed up to create a new guideline. This guideline revolves arou
Think tea is just tea? Think again. Scientists have discovered that Liupao tea, much like your favorite wine, improves with age. How does it do that? Tiny bacteria work their magic over nine years, transforming 18 compounds in the tea. The result? A sweeter, smoother brew that's sure to delight your
