Category: Health

A sugar substitute is revealed to be linked to heart attack and stroke risk

—File photo Traditional Sweets (Chinese) Xylitol, a popular low-calorie substitute, has been linked to an increased risk of serious cardiovascular diseases, including heart attack and stroke. According to new research presented at the European Society Cardiology Congress, ‘xylitol’ can help blood platelets clot more easily than normal and form blood clots, raising concerns for people […]

Allowing artificial intelligence to review mammograms without a radiologist

—File photo Artificial intelligence (AI) has taken a major step towards automated diagnosis in the medical field. Breast screening company Vara has received CE certification, after which its artificial intelligence-based system will be able to review certain mammograms without the help of a radiologist. The Berlin-based company announced that its automated triage system has received […]

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