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Chat Up: How Patients Talk About Cannabis Online

December 12, 2024

Ever wondered how people discuss cannabis use with their doctors online? Patient portals, those secure messaging platforms connected to your health records, offer a space for patients to chat about their health habits. But how often do cannabis conversations happen there? Not much is known about thi

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The Role of miRNAs in Cancer Drug Resistance: A Closer Look

December 12, 2024

Cancer is a major health issue worldwide, and breast cancer, in particular, is a significant concern. Despite advancements in treatment and prevention, it remains the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Both genetic and environmental factors contribute to the development of breast cancer.

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Fighting the Potato Pest: Using Fungi and Mites

December 12, 2024

The potato tuber moth (PTM), Phthorimaea operculella, is a big problem for potato farmers everywhere. So far, the main way to deal with it is by using chemical pesticides, which are not great for the environment or people's health. Scientists have been looking for better ways to control PTM. They fo

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EyeGPT: Revolutionizing Eye Care and Medical Education

December 11, 2024

Imagine getting instant answers to your eye-related questions or learning about ophthalmology from a smart, digital assistant. That's the idea behind EyeGPT, a new large language model designed specifically for eye health. This innovative tool aims to streamline clinical processes and boost medical

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Thyroid and Cold: A Study of Greenlandic Hunters

December 11, 2024

Imagine being a hunter in the freezing lands of East Greenland, where temperatures often dip below zero. It turns out that our thyroid hormones play a vital role in keeping us warm when we're exposed to the cold. One study delved into this by looking at a group of Greenlandic hunters who are no stra

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Ways Women Suggest Improving Prenatal Care for Gestational Diabetes

December 11, 2024

Pregnant women dealing with gestational diabetes have shared valuable insights that could help make prenatal care better. A recent study took a close look at many qualitative research papers to find common themes in women's feedback. The goal was to understand how to improve prenatal care based on r

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Watching and Waiting: A New Way to Handle Low-Risk Thyroid Cancer in Korea

December 10, 2024

In Korea, doctors are exploring a new way to manage low-risk thyroid cancer. Instead of rushing into surgery, they're considering an approach called active surveillance (AS). This means keeping a close eye on the cancer without immediate surgery. But not all doctors are ready to embrace this idea. A

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Understanding FCD Lesions in the Brain: A Closer Look

December 10, 2024

Scientists set out on a mission to classify lesions known as focal cortical dysplasia (FCD) in the insulo-opercular region of the brain. This brain area, located deep within the brain structure, can be tricky. The study's goal was to map the exact spots and extents of these FCD lesions and understan

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Sony's VR Controllers Might Soon Join Apple's Vision Pro Party

December 10, 2024

Ever heard of Sony and Apple working together? Well, they might be teaming up to make something cool happen in the world of virtual reality. According to a recent report, Sony has been tinkering with its PSVR2 controllers to make them play nice with Apple’s upcoming Vision Pro VR headset. Believe it

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The mTOR Pathway's Role in Psoriasis: A Closer Look

December 10, 2024

Have you ever wondered how certain cells in our body go haywire and cause conditions like psoriasis? One key player in this puzzle is the mammalian target of rapamycin, or mTOR for short. This pathway is like the body's metabolic traffic cop, controlling how cells grow and divide. Recent research h