New terahertz imaging system enables faster clinical diagnostics
Scientists at the University of Warwick have developed a fully fiber-coupled terahertz (THz) imaging system that significantly improves…
Exertional dyspnoea points to an unexpected diagnosis
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New breath test could quickly diagnose bacterial infections
Infectious diseases are a major cause of death worldwide, and diagnosing bacterial infections remains a challenge in medicine. And doing so reliably is…
Biomimetic smart insole system enables accurate gait monitoring
1. Background： With the increasing aging population, high incidence of chronic diseases, and the growing number of congenital…
Engineered enzyme enables fast and accurate RNA synthesis
From vaccines and diagnostics to emerging gene-based therapies, RNA molecules are now central to modern medicine. But as…
‘Our mission is to bring longevity to everyone’
Ambr founder on how the startup is targeting population health with a prevention platform powered by ‘explainable AI.’…
Multi-fluid microRNA signals as markers of endometriosis
By analyzing microRNAs in blood, saliva, and vaginal mucus, researchers uncover fluid-specific molecular patterns that could inform future…
Plasma protein profiling can help detect cancer in patients with non-specific symptoms
A simple blood test can help detect cancer in patients with non-specific symptoms such as fatigue, pain or…
New WHO Manuals Highlight Shift Toward Preventive Food Safety
The updated guidance reflects a shared conclusion across public institutions and private actors: prevention, early detection, and reliable…
DNA analysis of colorectal polyps improves diagnosis and treatment
In about 5–10% of colorectal cancer patients, hereditary factors play a role, with higher percentages among younger patients.…
More patients are ordering lab tests online, frustrating some doctors
About a decade ago, 48-year-old Darren Sidaway started having health concerns he didn’t think he could bring to…
New insights into the global expansion of Candida auris
The fungal species Candida auris is spreading across the globe, and gaining in virulence, according to a new…