In the digital age, figuring out where people stand on political issues is a big deal. It helps in understanding public opinion and spotting fake news or hate speech. A recent study dug into how well computer models can guess political leanings by looking at social media posts, specifically tweets f
In care homes, many women get urinary tract infections (UTIs). A recent study looked at how these infections are treated. It checked out the antibiotics given to women in long-term care homes. The study wanted to see if one type of antibiotic, fluoroquinolones (FQs), caused more problems than other
Google's Gemini chatbot is getting an update that's got people talking. The change lets Gemini access certain apps on your phone, even if your chat history is turned off. Sounds scary, right? But let's break it down. Before this update, Gemini could only use apps like Phone, Messages, WhatsApp, and
Heart health is a big deal, and doctors need good tools to spot problems early. One way they do this is by listening to heart sounds. But there's a catch: not all heart conditions are easy to find. This is especially true for coronary artery disease (CAD), which is underrepresented in current datase
Google has a new plan for its AI, Gemini. It wants to peek into your texts, messages, and other personal stuff on your phone. Even if you say no, it might still have a look. This change is coming soon, on July 7. Google says you can turn off this feature, but it's not clear how. They also mention t
AI is making waves in primary care. It could lighten the load of paperwork and free up time for doctors. But not everyone is on board. Clinicians and patients have doubts. They worry about their data being safe. They wonder if AI is fair. These concerns are real and need attention. The idea of AI i
Forest trees have a knack for adapting to their local climates. This ability has made scientists curious about how to use this knowledge for managing these trees. The idea is to use genetic data to predict how trees will respond to changes in their environment. A recent study looked at black cotton
Epileptic seizures are a common neurological issue, often triggered by irregular brain activity and stress. To tackle this, scientists have turned to EEGs, which measure brain waves. These readings are then analyzed using advanced tech, like deep learning, to spot and predict seizures. One new meth
In May 2024, Montreal hosted a significant gathering of experts and stakeholders. The event focused on tackling antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This is a growing threat to health worldwide. The conference highlighted the One Health (OH) approach. This approach connects the health of humans, animals,
At a recent event in Cannes, big names in tech and consulting talked about how AI is changing the game for understanding fans. Deloitte and Amazon Web Services (AWS) shared their insights on how they use AI to study fans and help companies connect with them in a more personal way. Deloitte's Conver
