Tag: Early Diagnosis
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Global Analysis Finds Wide Inequalities in Care for Breast, Cervical, and Ovarian Cancers
Overview: A Global Portrait of Cancer Care Gaps A sweeping study by the Cancer Survival Group at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine exposes persistent disparities in the way three of the most common cancers among women—breast, cervical, and ovarian cancer—are diagnosed and treated around the world. The findings highlight how geography, income…
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Swallowable Bioluminescent Pill Detects Early Gut Ischaemia
Groundbreaking approach to a deadly emergency Researchers from Mass General Brigham and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have unveiled a novel swallowable capsule designed to detect acute mesenteric ischaemia in its earliest stages. The FIREFLI capsule — short for Finding Ischemia via Reflectance of Light — is a light-emitting, battery-powered device that travels through…
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Sparky: Breathing-Exercise Game for Kids by LungGames
Introducing Sparky: A playful approach to pediatric breathing health LungGames, the Toronto-based innovator in breathing-powered interactive gaming, unveils Sparky™, a video game designed to teach preschool and young children the breathing exercises needed for healthy lungs. By turning respiratory practice into an engaging quest, Sparky aims to make lung health more accessible to families and…
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Local Sepsis Awareness Call: Trust Your Instincts to Save Lives
Sepsis Awareness Initiative Urges Public to Trust Their Instincts A regional push for sepsis awareness is highlighting the vital importance of early recognition and prompt medical action. A spokesperson from North East Sepsis Awareness recently shared a deeply personal account to illustrate how quickly sepsis can escalate from a routine illness to a life-threatening emergency.…
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Public Urged to Trust Instincts on Sepsis After Teen Daughter’s Narrow Escape
Sepsis Awareness: A Mother’s Call to Trust Your Instincts A spokesperson from North East Sepsis awareness is calling on the public to trust their instincts when illness strikes, after her teenage daughter narrowly survived sepsis. The personal story underscores how quickly a seemingly common infection can escalate into a life-threatening condition if not treated promptly.…
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Digital Test Plus Blood Biomarker Improves Primary Care Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
New Frontline Approach to Alzheimer’s Diagnosis in Primary Care A two-step strategy combining a brief, self-administered digital cognitive test with a targeted blood biomarker panel dramatically improves the accuracy of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) diagnosis in everyday clinics. The approach, validated in a recent Nature Medicine study, shows that confirming cognitive impairment before ordering amyloid blood…
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New Sepsis Documentary Highlights It Can Happen to Anyone: A Story of Loss, Love, and Survival
Sepsis: A Quiet Killer That Touches Anyone Sepsis can strike without warning, even when a person is living with a known chronic illness or a recent medical hurdle. A new documentary, Sepsis: A Story of Loss, Love and Survival, brings forward eight intimate stories to remind the public that sepsis can happen to anyone, anywhere,…
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World Arthritis Day 2025: Early Diagnosis Key to Managing Arthritis, Says Dr. Anil Abrol
World Arthritis Day 2025: Early Diagnosis as the Cornerstone of Care October 12 marks World Arthritis Day, a global observance that shines a light on the millions affected by arthritis and related rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs). This year’s theme, “Achieve Your Dreams,” underscores the resilience of people living with these conditions and the vital…
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World Arthritis Day: Early Diagnosis Key to Managing Arthritis, Says Dr. Anil Abrol
World Arthritis Day 2025: A Call to Action for Early Diagnosis and Effective Management October 12 marks World Arthritis Day, a global initiative to raise awareness about arthritis and its impact on millions of lives. This year’s theme, “Achieve Your Dreams,” underscores the resilience of people living with Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Diseases (RMDs) and the…
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World Arthritis Day 2025: Early Diagnosis Is Key, Says Dr. Anil Abrol
World Arthritis Day 2025: A Focus on Early Diagnosis and Empowerment October 12 marks World Arthritis Day, a global effort to raise awareness about arthritis and its profound impact on daily life. This year’s theme, “Achieve Your Dreams,” underscores the resilience of people living with Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Diseases (RMDs) and the vital role of…