Cancer research
During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the American Cancer Society is proud to highlight the groundbreaking work of Dr. Steven Katz, professor of health management and policy at the University of Michigan. Dr. Katz's research has focused on expanding access to genetic counseling and testing for breast cancer patients
Cancer research
A study published in the Journal of the Advanced Practitioner in Oncology has highlighted the importance of screening for substance use disorders (SUDs) in women with gynecologic cancers. Researchers at Duke University School of Nursing implemented a quality improvement project to screen patients for SUDs using the Revised Opioid Risk
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A new publication in the British Medical Journal highlights the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to significantly improve access to life-saving diagnostics for women's health in low-resource settings. However, the study, conducted by an international team of researchers led by Professor Nina Linder, emphasizes that investments in infrastructure,
Cancer research
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted cervical cancer screening in Brazil, highlighting vulnerabilities in the country's healthcare system. According to a new study published in the journal COVID, the pandemic led to a substantial reduction in Pap smear testing nationwide. This has severe consequences for women's
Cancer
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a significant cause of head and neck cancers in the United States, accounting for approximately 70% of cases. Unlike cervical cancers, there is no standardized screening test for HPV-associated head and neck cancers, often resulting in delayed diagnoses and treatment. Researchers at Mass General Brigham have
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The Punjab government has launched an innovative initiative to strengthen preventive healthcare by introducing artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled screening devices for early detection of breast cancer, cervical cancer, and refractive errors. The program, developed in collaboration with ACT Grants, features portable, radiation-free, AI-powered devices that will be deployed across eight
Cancer
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University has launched regional and national initiatives to eliminate cancers caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), with a focus on cervical cancer. The institute is supporting the southeastern initiative, "Call to Action: Elimination of HPV Cancers Starting with Cervical Cancer as a Public Health Concern,
Cancer research
A new study on oncology-colorectal cancer has revealed that current decision-analytic models evaluating the effects of cancer screening may not accurately reflect the true benefits of screening. The research, published in Medical Decision Making, found that models predicting life expectancy gains from screening interventions varied in magnitude across different cancer
Cancer research
Researchers at the University of Manchester have conducted a study to evaluate the effectiveness of faecal immunochemical testing (FIT) in detecting colorectal cancer (CRC) in patients with cystic fibrosis (CF). The study found that FIT showed poor sensitivity and modest specificity in detecting polyps, and its utility as a screening
Cancer research
Researchers have discovered an association between oral bacteria and fungi and the development of pancreatic cancer. A study published in JAMA Oncology found that certain bacteria and fungi in the mouth are linked to an increased risk of pancreatic cancer. The study analyzed data from over 122,000 participants and
Cancer
A revolutionary new screening platform, AIR-SP, is being developed by NHS England to unite computer systems and leverage artificial intelligence to speed up diagnoses for chronic diseases such as diabetes and cancer. The cutting-edge platform will host various AI tools, including those that can read chest X-rays to detect lung
Cancer research
Research suggests that while new guidelines recommend anal cancer screening for high-risk populations, little is known about pre-guideline screening practices in the US. A study conducted by investigators at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center aimed to fill this knowledge gap. The study analyzed outpatient clinical encounters between 2015 and 2022,
