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Achalasia diagnosis simplified by AI plus chest X-ray

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Achalasia diagnosis simplified by AI plus chest X-ray
Achalasia is a disease caused by impaired movement of the esophagus. Patients experience food getting stuck and regurgitated, as well as chest pain. Currently, upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and high-resolution manometry are commonly used for diagnosis; however, these techniques are invasive.

15. Glioblastoma cells can 'unstick' from their neighbors to become more deadly

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A new study, led by researchers at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, captured details of glioblastoma that had never before been seen and revealed a surprise finding: Glioblastoma cells that "cluster" together with other cells of the same type are less deadly than those that disperse from these clusters. The findings were also corroborated in breast cancer samples and point to a possible new general principle of solid tumor biology.

16. Certain oral microbes tied to increased risk of pancreatic cancer

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Twenty-seven species of bacteria and fungi among the hundreds that live in people's mouths have been collectively tied to a 3.5 times greater risk of developing pancreatic cancer, a study led by NYU Langone Health and its Perlmutter Cancer Center shows.

17. Vitamin D3 concentrations are lowered by a common vitamin D supplement

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Taking vitamin D2 might lower the body's levels of the more efficient form of vitamin D, vitamin D3, according to new research from the University of Surrey, John Innes Center and Quadram Institute Bioscience. Many people take vitamin D supplements to support their bone and immune health and meet the UK government recommendation of 10 micrograms (µg) each day, especially during the winter months.

18. Researchers report race- and ethnicity-based variations in contributions of chronic conditions to mortality

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The impact of chronic conditions on human health has become a research topic of growing focus in recent years. The prevalence of individuals living with two or more chronic diseases at the same time, combined with an aging population, has placed growing demands on the U.S. health care system.

19. Digital cell twin opens up new avenues in lung cancer research

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A team led by Christian Baumgartner of the Institute of Health Care Engineering at Graz University of Technology (TU Graz) has developed a highly detailed digital twin of the A549 lung cancer cell line. The twin builds on bioelectric processes and calcium dynamics in the cell interior in innovative new ways.

20. How to develop trans people-inclusive medical AI

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In the field of health, the development of artificial intelligence (AI) may mean major breakthroughs in personalizing diagnoses and treatments, but there is a need to promote bias-free AI with a more diverse and inclusive vision so that everyone can benefit from it.

21. Machine learning can help mental health patients get better outcomes, research shows

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Debate continues over the role of artificial intelligence in treating mental health conditions, but new research shows that machine learning models can help predict whether a person might benefit from certain treatments.

22. Brain training, healthy snacks benefit less-educated older adults

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Researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine, Eskenazi Health, Regenstrief Institute and other partners have demonstrated the feasibility of conducting dementia prevention trials among older adults with limited formal education, a group at heightened risk for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

23. Storytelling a unique approach to research racism and mental health in children

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Seeing your child in emotional distress is an overwhelming fear for any parent. Layer on language barriers and cultural differences, and it becomes an even bigger block to knowing where and how to get the mental health supports your child and family need.

24. Achalasia diagnosis simplified by AI plus chest X-ray

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Achalasia is a disease caused by impaired movement of the esophagus. Patients experience food getting stuck and regurgitated, as well as chest pain. Currently, upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and high-resolution manometry are commonly used for diagnosis; however, these techniques are invasive.

25. Cardiovascular disease risk rises in Mexico, despite improved cholesterol control

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Despite improved statin use and cholesterol control, cardiovascular disease risk rose in Mexico between 2016 and 2023, according to a study presented at ACC Latin America 2025 that used region-specific tools to more accurately predict the local disease burden.

26. Hitting the right note: The healing power of music therapy in the cardiac ICU

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Music therapy could significantly reduce heart rate, blood pressure and patient–ventilator asynchronies for patients admitted to the cardiac intensive care unit (ICU), according to research being presented at ACC Latin America 2025 taking place September 18–20 in Mexico City.

27. Telomere protection failure: How genetic mutations cause pulmonary fibrosis

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A research group from the National Cancer Research Center (CNIO) has found that an alteration in the POT1 gene prevents lung tissue from regenerating, which over time makes breathing difficult. The mutation prevents telomeres, the structures that protect chromosomes, from repairing. According to the authors, understanding the effect of mutations like this is critical to developing personalized therapies against telomere syndromes, a group of diseases that includes pulmonary fibrosis and several cancer types.

28. India health alert after 'brain-eating' amoeba rise

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India has issued a health alert after infections and deaths caused by a rare water-borne "brain-eating" amoeba doubled compared to last year in the southern state of Kerala.

29. Researchers reveal how autism-linked mutation triggers PTSD-like fear

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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is widely known for its core features, which include difficulties in social communication and repetitive behaviors. But beyond these, many individuals with ASD also struggle with comorbid conditions, particularly anxiety.

30. LGBTQ-friendly states led US in mpox vaccination uptake, study shows

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U.S. states with stronger LGBTQ+ equality laws saw significantly higher mpox vaccination rates during the 2022–2023 epidemic compared to states with weaker protections, according to a study by CUNY SPH researchers published in the Annals of Epidemiology.

31. Malnutrition linked to distinct form of diabetes affecting millions worldwide

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Malnutrition can cause its own form of diabetes, health experts said Thursday, calling for "type 5 diabetes" to be recognized globally to help fight the disease in countries already struggling with poverty and starvation.

32. Recipe descriptions in 2020 legacy media aligned with their measured nutrient composition

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Recipes shared via legacy media outlets during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic were accurately characterized in the surrounding descriptive text, according to a study by CUNY SPH researchers published in the journal Nutrients.

33. An AI assistant can interpret those lab results for you

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When Judith Miller had routine blood work done in July, she got a phone alert the same day that her lab results were posted online. So, when her doctor messaged her the next day that her overall tests were fine, Miller wrote back to ask about the elevated carbon dioxide and low anion gap listed in the report.

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