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Coronavirus
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Healthy man goes camping-lands in ICU for 40 days with respiratory failure

A healthy individual can rapidly deteriorate from an unknown illness, exemplifying diagnostic challenges in critical care.
OMG science
fromwww.bbc.com
6 months ago

'I found out I had cancer via an answer machine'

Jesse Tristram's journey illustrates the challenges of navigating cancer diagnosis and treatment, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy within the healthcare system.
Coronavirus
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Healthy man goes camping-lands in ICU for 40 days with respiratory failure

A healthy individual can rapidly deteriorate from an unknown illness, exemplifying diagnostic challenges in critical care.
OMG science
fromwww.bbc.com
6 months ago

'I found out I had cancer via an answer machine'

Jesse Tristram's journey illustrates the challenges of navigating cancer diagnosis and treatment, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy within the healthcare system.
#mental-health
Mental health
fromWIRED
2 months ago

An Overdiagnosis Epidemic Is Harming Patients' Mental Health

An increase in autism diagnoses hasn't improved children's mental health outcomes, raising concerns about overdiagnosis and its implications on identity.
Mental health
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Neurologist Dr Suzanne O'Sullivan: 'We are a perfectionist society, we explain away differences or struggles as medical problems'

Diagnosis creep encourages individuals to adopt illness identities rather than focusing on recovery.
philosophy
fromAeon
1 month ago

The missing women of autism are differently different | Aeon Essays

Gender bias in autism diagnosis leads to overlooked cases in girls, hindering proper support and understanding.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

NHS billions wasted as bipolar patients left 'forgotten and failed'

Misdiagnosis and under-treatment of bipolar disorder in the UK leads to significant financial waste and personal suffering.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Life After Release From Mandatory Treatment

A parent's journey through their son's mental illness highlights challenges in diagnosis, treatment communication, and stability in mental health.
Mental health
fromWIRED
2 months ago

An Overdiagnosis Epidemic Is Harming Patients' Mental Health

An increase in autism diagnoses hasn't improved children's mental health outcomes, raising concerns about overdiagnosis and its implications on identity.
Mental health
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Neurologist Dr Suzanne O'Sullivan: 'We are a perfectionist society, we explain away differences or struggles as medical problems'

Diagnosis creep encourages individuals to adopt illness identities rather than focusing on recovery.
philosophy
fromAeon
1 month ago

The missing women of autism are differently different | Aeon Essays

Gender bias in autism diagnosis leads to overlooked cases in girls, hindering proper support and understanding.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

NHS billions wasted as bipolar patients left 'forgotten and failed'

Misdiagnosis and under-treatment of bipolar disorder in the UK leads to significant financial waste and personal suffering.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Life After Release From Mandatory Treatment

A parent's journey through their son's mental illness highlights challenges in diagnosis, treatment communication, and stability in mental health.
#blood-test
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

First FDA-cleared Alzheimer's blood test could make diagnoses faster, more accurate

A new FDA-cleared blood test for Alzheimer's can significantly improve diagnosis and treatment for patients.
Medicine
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

FDA approves blood test that can help diagnose Alzheimer's disease

FDA endorses first blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease, enhancing accessibility and accuracy for patients.
SF food
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

FDA clears 1st blood test to help diagnose Alzheimer's disease

FDA approves first blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease, enhancing accessibility and early diagnosis.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

First FDA-cleared Alzheimer's blood test could make diagnoses faster, more accurate

A new FDA-cleared blood test for Alzheimer's can significantly improve diagnosis and treatment for patients.
Medicine
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

FDA approves blood test that can help diagnose Alzheimer's disease

FDA endorses first blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease, enhancing accessibility and accuracy for patients.
SF food
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

FDA clears 1st blood test to help diagnose Alzheimer's disease

FDA approves first blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease, enhancing accessibility and early diagnosis.
#brain-tumours
Cancer
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

New brain tumour test a 'game changer', say experts

A revolutionary method reduces brain tumour diagnosis time from weeks to hours, enhancing patient care.
Cancer
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

New brain tumour test a 'game changer', say experts

A revolutionary method reduces brain tumour diagnosis time from weeks to hours, enhancing patient care.
#joe-biden
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

What to know about Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis

Joe Biden has been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer that has spread to his bones but can be effectively managed.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Former US President Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' cancer DW 05/18/2025

Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive but hormone-sensitive prostate cancer.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Cancer

Doctors say it's 'inconceivable' Biden's cancer went undetected by his medical team - as Trump Jr. questions if diagnosis is 'cover-up'

US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

What to know about Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis

Joe Biden has been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer that has spread to his bones but can be effectively managed.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Former US President Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' cancer DW 05/18/2025

Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive but hormone-sensitive prostate cancer.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Cancer

Doctors say it's 'inconceivable' Biden's cancer went undetected by his medical team - as Trump Jr. questions if diagnosis is 'cover-up'

#alzheimers-disease
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

When is the correct time to diagnose dementia?

Blood tests may soon replace expensive diagnostic methods for Alzheimer's disease.
Early signs of Alzheimer's can be mistaken for other issues, complicating diagnosis.
Wearables
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

The FDA Just Approved an Alzheimer's Disease Blood Test

The FDA approved a blood test for Alzheimer's disease, enhancing early detection and accessibility.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

When is the correct time to diagnose dementia?

Blood tests may soon replace expensive diagnostic methods for Alzheimer's disease.
Early signs of Alzheimer's can be mistaken for other issues, complicating diagnosis.
Wearables
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

The FDA Just Approved an Alzheimer's Disease Blood Test

The FDA approved a blood test for Alzheimer's disease, enhancing early detection and accessibility.
#autism
Parenting
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Are there more autistic people now?

The number of autism diagnoses is rapidly increasing, prompting diverse interpretations and societal implications.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Parenting

James McClean on autism, family and football: 'I decided to go through the diagnosis process because there were so many similarities between Willow and me'

fromIndependent
2 months ago
Parenting

James McClean on autism, family and football: 'I decided to go through the diagnosis process because there were so many similarities between Willow and me'

Parenting
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Are there more autistic people now?

The number of autism diagnoses is rapidly increasing, prompting diverse interpretations and societal implications.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Parenting

James McClean on autism, family and football: 'I decided to go through the diagnosis process because there were so many similarities between Willow and me'

fromIndependent
2 months ago
Parenting

James McClean on autism, family and football: 'I decided to go through the diagnosis process because there were so many similarities between Willow and me'

#health
Cancer
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | I was healthy before my colon cancer diagnosis at 35 - the symptom I wish had been taken seriously

Rory Kennedy's unexpected colon cancer diagnosis emphasizes the importance of early screening despite a healthy lifestyle.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Mental health

If You Have A Chronic Condition, I Want To Hear What You Thought Was "Normal" Until Your Diagnosis

Cancer
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | I was healthy before my colon cancer diagnosis at 35 - the symptom I wish had been taken seriously

Rory Kennedy's unexpected colon cancer diagnosis emphasizes the importance of early screening despite a healthy lifestyle.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Mental health

If You Have A Chronic Condition, I Want To Hear What You Thought Was "Normal" Until Your Diagnosis

OMG science
fromNature
1 month ago

Reframe perspectives on Alzheimer's disease

Recent advancements in Alzheimer's diagnosis and treatment can slow cognitive decline after diagnosis.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Connecting Biology to Behavior: The Role of Genetics in ADHD

ADHD is highly heritable and influenced by genetic factors, making recognition of familial patterns essential for diagnosis and treatment.
#ct-scans
Cancer
fromKqed
1 month ago

CT Scans Save Lives. But as They're Used More Often, How Many Are Causing Cancer? | KQED

Most patients face minimal cancer risk from CT scans, but unnecessary exposure is unacceptable.
Cancer
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

CT scans could cause 5% of cancers, study finds; experts note uncertainty

CT scans have a very low increase in cancer risk but offer significant diagnostic benefits.
Doctors should balance the risks and benefits of CT scans, considering alternatives when possible.
Cancer
fromKqed
1 month ago

CT Scans Save Lives. But as They're Used More Often, How Many Are Causing Cancer? | KQED

Most patients face minimal cancer risk from CT scans, but unnecessary exposure is unacceptable.
Cancer
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

CT scans could cause 5% of cancers, study finds; experts note uncertainty

CT scans have a very low increase in cancer risk but offer significant diagnostic benefits.
Doctors should balance the risks and benefits of CT scans, considering alternatives when possible.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Memory Loss or Dementia? Understanding the Key Differences

Occasional forgetfulness is normal with aging, but dementia disrupts daily life.
Mild cognitive impairment may indicate a risk for dementia.
Dementia symptoms include more than memory loss; they affect daily functioning.
Cancer
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Comedian Katherine Ryan reveals she has been diagnosed with cancer for a second time

Katherine Ryan experienced misdiagnosis of melanoma before finally receiving the correct diagnosis after seeking private healthcare.
Digital life
fromHackernoon
3 months ago

The Future of Healthcare: How It Can Be Used to Save a Few Billion Lives | HackerNoon

Modern medicine faces challenges with patient communication leading to diagnosis errors and unsatisfactory care, highlighting a need for systemic improvements.
SF parents
fromNature
2 months ago

Medical records from the Center for the Study of Temporal Disorders, Pediatric Department

The article highlights complex cases of temporal disorders, illustrating how patients interact with their realities and the challenges these create in therapy.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Age of Diagnosis by Suzanne O'Sullivan review are we really getting sicker?

Lyme disease diagnosis requires nuanced understanding and cannot rely solely on test results.
Growth hacking
fromThe Bootstrapped Founder
3 months ago

Think with AI, Do with People

ChatGPT provided critical health advice that potentially saved a life.
AI is becoming a ubiquitous healthcare assistant with vast diagnostic abilities.
AI's utility extends beyond healthcare into various fields like software and marketing.
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