Author: Hippocratic Post

A new deep learning challenge has been launched by the UEF Cancer AI research team at the University of Eastern Finland, led by senior researcher Hamid Behravan, PhD, and funded by Sitra, the Finnish Innovation Fund. The challenge aims to develop an architecture capable of automatically estimating the breast percentage density from mammograms. High breast […]

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Christmas changed forever as a third of people with dementia are unable to visit loved ones and 25% are no longer able to recognise family members. Christmas will never be same for 65% of current carers who say dementia has “robbed” them of a carefree and joyful festive season, a new survey from Alzheimer’s Society […]

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Approximately half of patients with advanced liver disease have varicose veins in the oesophagus and stomach, and a more than a fifth of them experience bleeding from these varices into the digestive tract. This is a life-threatening complication that contributes significantly to the still high mortality rate in cirrhosis. An international research team led by […]

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The University of Winchester has been delivered some good news about two of its newest arrivals – a Midwifery BSc and Degree Apprenticeship. Both courses have been recommended for National Midwifery Council approval by the validation panel. The first courses will start in January 2024. The Lead Midwife for Education, Dr Kate Nash, and her […]

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Celebrating Sober New Year’s Eve: A Guide to Fun and Meaningful Festivities: As we quickly approach the end of this year, you may be embarking on a journey to celebrate a sober New Year’s Eve. The decision to stay sober during this festive time can be empowering and contribute to a healthier, more fulfilling lifestyle. […]

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