Tag: Early Diagnosis
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Finger-prick blood test shows promise for early Alzheimer’s diagnosis in international trial
Overview A major international research collaboration is testing whether a finger-prick blood test could help diagnose Alzheimer’s disease before symptoms appear. The trial focuses on measuring three specific proteins in blood, aiming to identify a reliable biomarker signature that signals the disease years before clinical diagnosis. The project is a joint effort led by LifeArc…
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Finger-Prick Blood Test Could Help Detect Alzheimer’s Before Symptoms, say LifeArc and Global Alzheimer’s Platform Foundation
Groundbreaking trial tests finger-prick blood test for early Alzheimer’s detection A major international research effort led by LifeArc and the Global Alzheimer’s Platform Foundation (GAPF) is probing whether a simple finger-prick blood test could aid in diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease before clinical symptoms emerge. The study, announced in London, brings together researchers from multiple countries and…
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Overcoming Barriers to Early Diagnosis of Intussusception in Newborns: Tanzania’s Resource-Limited Context
Introduction Intussusception occurs when a segment of the bowel slides into an adjacent segment, causing intestinal obstruction. While more common in older infants, recognizing intussusception in newborns presents a particular challenge in Tanzania due to limited resources, gaps in awareness, and constrained access to timely diagnostic tools. This article examines the key factors that delay…
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Overcoming Barriers to Early Diagnosis of Intussusception in Newborns in Tanzania’s Limited-Resource Setting
Introduction Intussusception, the telescoping of a segment of the intestine into an adjacent one, is a leading cause of bowel obstruction in young children. While it most commonly presents in infants aged 3 months to 2 years, newborn cases, though rare, pose a unique diagnostic challenge—especially in Tanzania where resources can be limited. Early recognition…
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When Back Pain Isn’t Normal: Why Red Flags Demand Urgent Attention
Recognizing Red Flags in Back Pain Back pain is a common complaint, but certain clues can signal something more serious than muscle strain. If pain is severe enough to disrupt sleep, associated with rapid weight loss, or accompanied by unusual sounds from the spine, it warrants prompt medical evaluation. These red flags aren’t a guarantee…
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Victorian patients gain access to world-leading cancer detection technology
New era for cancer care in Victoria Victorian patients have begun benefiting from a new, world-leading cancer detection technology that promises earlier diagnosis, safer scans, and real-time insights into treatment progress. The introduction of this advanced scanner marks a significant milestone for the state’s health system, researchers, and, most importantly, the people who rely on…
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A Simple Memory Tool Aims to Revolutionize Early Recognition of Rare Skin-Linked Lymphoma
Overview: A New Diagnostic Aid for a Rare, Skin-Linked Lymphoma A team of Trinity researchers, joined by UK collaborators, has unveiled a simple yet powerful diagnostic tool designed to help clinicians recognize a rare type of lymphoma that can present itself on the skin. The development promises to shorten the path to diagnosis for patients…
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A Simple Memory Tool for Early Recognition of Rare Lymphoma That Shows on the Skin
Groundbreaking Tool Aims to Accelerate Diagnosis Researchers from Trinity, in collaboration with UK partners, have developed a simple yet powerful diagnostic aid designed to help clinicians recognize a rare type of lymphoma that manifests on the skin. By supporting frontline clinicians with an easy-to-remember tool, the project seeks to shorten the time to diagnosis and…
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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…