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July 10, 2025

Actress reveals how cancer test that saved her life led to surprising family discovery

The breast cancer risk assessment test that detected Olivia Munn's aggressive Luminal B cancer has now identified breast cancer in her mother, demonstrating its life-saving potential.

June 25, 2025

RFK Jr to encourage Americans to use 'wearable' tech to track their health

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announces HHS campaign for wearables as affordable alternatives to medications, highlighting how they help monitor health metrics.

June 18, 2025

Florida AG subpoenas Chinese company over 'compromised' medical devices that can transmit private data

Florida's attorney general takes legal action against Chinese medical device maker Contec for allegedly selling compromised devices with a backdoor that transmits patient data to China.

June 17, 2025

Cancer could be detected three years before diagnosis with experimental blood test

Cancer research reveals blood tests can detect tumor-derived mutations years before diagnosis. Johns Hopkins scientists highlight the potential for earlier detection and treatment.

June 16, 2025

Stanford researchers develop ‘game-changing’ stroke treatment that doubles effectiveness

New milli-spinner technology from Stanford offers breakthrough in blood clot treatment by compressing clots to 5% of original size, revolutionizing stroke care.

June 7, 2025

New mobile robot helps seniors walk safely and prevent falls

E-BAR, MIT's mobile robot, provides physical support for seniors with handlebars that follow from behind, helping prevent falls while maintaining dignity for aging adults.

June 6, 2025

Defibrillator installed on Everest winds up saving climber's life just weeks later

David Sullivan's defibrillator on Mount Everest wound up saving a life, highlighting the importance of CPR training and access to life-saving devices in remote areas.

June 3, 2025

FDA approves first AI tool to predict breast cancer risk

AI-driven Clairity Breast platform, now FDA-approved, predicts five-year breast cancer risk from mammograms, enhancing early detection and prevention.

May 31, 2025

Brain implant enables ALS patient to communicate using AI

Brad G. Smith, an ALS patient, regains communication abilities with a Neuralink implant, illustrating the potential of brain-computer interfaces in aiding speech impairments.

May 25, 2025

Prostate cancer screening after 70: Experts question guidance after Biden's diagnosis

Prostate cancer screening guidelines vary, especially for men over age 70. Experts discuss and debate current guidance following Joe Biden's aggressive diagnosis.