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fromTheregister
1 month ago

Bad AI images a growing problem in biomedicine

Generative AI tools in biomedical visualization require urgent guidelines to prevent harm from inaccurate imagery.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Full-body scans of 100,000 people could change way diseases are detected and treated

The completion of the decade-long imaging project means qualifying researchers will have access to 1bn de-identified images alongside medical histories and genetic data.
Health
fromScienceDaily
1 month ago

Ultrafast 12-minute MRI maps brain chemistry to spot disease before symptoms

A new technology that uses clinical MRI machines to image metabolic activity in the brain could give researchers and clinicians unique insight into brain function and disease.
Science
#artificial-intelligence
fromInfoQ
3 months ago

Google Releases MedGemma: Open AI Models for Medical Text and Image Analysis

According to early testers, the MedGemma model generated inaccurate interpretations on clinical cases, emphasizing the need for additional training on quality annotated data.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
3 months ago

Techie fixed a 'brown monitor' by closing a door

"We sent out someone to swap the monitor," Neville told On Call. A days later, the problem recurred, so Neville's company despatched another new display."
Tech industry
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Pioneering trial reveals alternatives when mammograms fall short in breast cancer detection

Women with dense breast tissue are at a higher risk for undetected breast cancer, prompting a need for effective supplemental screening methods.
#ct-scans
Cancer
fromFuturism
4 months ago

CT Scans Are Causing Quite a Bit of Cancer, Doctors Find

CT scans, while valuable for diagnosis, may increase cancer risk significantly due to overuse.
Cancer
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

5% of US cancers may be caused by medical imaging radiation DW 04/15/2025

CT scans, while lifesaving, pose significant risks of cancer if overused.
Cancer
fromArs Technica
4 months 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
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

Are CT Scans Really Causing Tons of Cancer? Here's What to Know About That Viral Paper.

CT scans may contribute to cancer risk, but the actual danger for most patients is low.
Cancer
fromFuturism
4 months ago

CT Scans Are Causing Quite a Bit of Cancer, Doctors Find

CT scans, while valuable for diagnosis, may increase cancer risk significantly due to overuse.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Study highlights cancer risk from millions of CT scans performed annually

CT scans, while crucial for diagnoses, may increase cancer risk significantly, warranting a review of their usage.
5% of U.S. cancer diagnoses could link to CT scans performed in 2023.
Cancer
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

5% of US cancers may be caused by medical imaging radiation DW 04/15/2025

CT scans might contribute to 1 in 20 cancer cases annually if overuse persists.
Stricter usage of CT scanning is necessary to minimize radiation risks.
Cancer
fromArs Technica
4 months 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.
fromSilicon Canals
4 months ago

Belgian medtech startup Nuclivision secures 5M

Nuclivision’s Nuclarity platform aims to enhance PET imaging by reducing radiotracer dependency, thus improving accessibility and decreasing costs and radiation exposure for patients.
London startup
Cancer
fromtime.com
4 months ago

A Full-Body MRI Scan Could Save Your Life. Or Ruin It

Whole-body MRI scans are gaining popularity, yet most experts caution their efficacy in accurately detecting health issues compared to traditional imaging.
Calvin Sun's experience highlights the tension between patient urgency and expert caution in medical diagnostics.
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