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health5 days ago•11 min saved

Blood Biomarker Signals Alzheimer’s Risk Years Before Symptoms

A multi-cohort study shows baseline blood levels of p-tau217 predict future cognitive impairment in cognitively unimpaired older adults, with a 38% absolute risk at 5 years and 78% at 10 years, independent of amyloid PET or APOE4 status; current guidance cautions against routine use in asymptomatic individuals since no disease-modifying therapies exist, but the test can rapidly identify high-risk candidates for prevention trials and could eventually become a standard screening tool like cholesterol tests.

via Neuroscience News|

#alzheimers-disease #biomarkers #health

health1 month ago•4 min saved

Muscle Mass Decline and Visceral Fat Linked to CKD Outcomes in Stage 3 Patients

In a prospective UK cohort of 1,732 stage 3 CKD patients, lower creatinine muscle index (CMI) was tied to higher all-cause mortality and CKD progression over 5 years, while higher waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) predicted more cardiovascular events; age, male sex, higher urine albumin:creatinine ratio, and lower serum albumin also increased risk.

via Medscape|

#cardiovascular-events #ckd #health

science1 month ago•103 min saved

Brain-wide network links prognosis to pediatric diffuse midline glioma survival

Researchers mapped the brain-wide connectivity of pediatric diffuse midline gliomas (DMG) and defined a conserved DMG network whose connectivity to each patient’s tumor independently predicts overall survival across two external validation cohorts. The DMG network shows tumor growth trajectories and metabolic changes that peak within development-aligned windows, with single-nucleus RNA-seq revealing enriched synaptic genes in high-connectivity DMG. Structural-connectome analyses reproduce the network, spinal metastases preferentially involve DMG network nodes, and incidental resection of high-connectivity tissue is associated with longer survival, suggesting DMGs exploit intact brain circuits. Together, these findings propose a prognostic brain network in DMG that could inform surgical strategies and future therapies.

via Nature|

#diffuse-midline-glioma #dmg #functional-connectivity

health2 months ago•6 min saved

Bedside Blink Test Signals Hours Remaining in End-of-Life Care

A study of 112 hospice patients with advanced cancer found that absence of the corneal reflex strongly predicts death within 24 hours (about 70.7% mortality within 24 hours for those with no reflex, and higher risk in deeply sedated patients), suggesting the reflex can aid bedside prognosis when used with existing tools like the Richmond Agitation-Sedation Scale; however, it is not definitive and requires broader validation across settings.

via Indian Defence Review|

#bedside-assessment #corneal-reflex #health

culture-and-trends5 months ago•2 min saved

Ray J reveals his heart is at 25% and warns 2027 could be his last

Ray J says in videos that after a pneumonia hospitalization his heart is only beating at about 25%, with doctors telling him he may not have long to live and that 2027 could be his last year. He notes a history of heavy alcohol and drug use, says he’s on eight heart medications, and reports doctors advised bed rest and avoiding smoke or alcohol, with the possibility of needing a pacemaker or defibrillator.

via NBC News|

#culture-and-trends #health #heart-disease

health2 years ago•1 min saved

Celine Dion's Health Decline: Sister Confirms Loss of Muscle Control

Celine Dion's sister has provided an update on the singer's battle with stiff person syndrome, a rare neurological disorder that affects muscle control. Dion, who has been off the stage for over a year, is working hard but lacks control over her muscles. The condition is progressive and incurable, causing difficulties in mobility, vision, and speech. Dion hopes to return to performing one day, but the prognosis is not looking good as there is currently no effective treatment for the disorder. Research into the condition has been slow due to its rarity.

via KABC-TV|

#celine-dion #health #muscle-control

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"Trevor Lawrence's High Ankle Sprain: A Medical Perspective and Fan Concerns"

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence is dealing with a high ankle sprain, which can be worse than a lower ankle sprain depending on tissue damage. Medical professionals explain that the severity of the injury is still uncertain, as it could range from a partial tear to a major tear. Prognosis for Lawrence's recovery is expected to be determined by the end of the week. The Jaguars are also dealing with other injuries, including wide receiver Christian Kirk's core muscle injury.

via WJXT News4JAX |

#high-ankle-sprain #injury #jacksonville-jaguars

healthcare2 years ago•2 min saved

"AI's Chilling Accuracy: Predicting Cancer Patients' Life Expectancy and Detecting Cancer with Mind-Reading Technology"

Scientists have trained artificial intelligence (AI) using a large database of medical records of cancer patients to predict life expectancy with surprising accuracy, accurate to within ten months. This new discovery could lead to more precise prognoses for cancer patients, allowing them to better plan and make the most of their final years. The AI tool analyzed the records of over 400,000 patients diagnosed with breast, thyroid, and pancreatic cancers, and identified factors that influenced survival. The findings could provide comfort and support for patients, as well as help healthcare practitioners provide early support and maintain the best possible quality of life until the end.

via The Mirror|

#ai #cancer #healthcare

health2 years ago•7 min saved

Understanding the 4 Stages of Congestive Heart Failure

Congestive heart failure (CHF) is classified into four stages (A, B, C, and D) using the ACC/AHA staging system. Stage A is characterized by being at risk for heart failure with no symptoms, while stage D represents advanced heart failure with poor life expectancy. Treatment options vary depending on the stage, including lifestyle modifications, medications, and advanced therapies such as LVAD or heart transplant. Maintaining a healthy heart through exercise, a heart-healthy diet, and avoiding risk factors can help prevent heart failure progression.

via Verywell Health|

#accaha-staging-system #congestive-heart-failure #health

health2 years ago•4 min saved

Phlegm Color as a Prognostic Indicator for Lung Disease: Study

The color of phlegm, also known as sputum, from patients with bronchiectasis, a long-term lung condition, may indicate the degree of inflammation in their lungs and predict their future outcomes, according to a study presented at the European Respiratory Society International Congress. The study, which included nearly 20,000 patients from 31 countries, found that sputum color can serve as a biomarker for inflammation and is associated with exacerbations, hospitalizations, and mortality. The findings suggest that monitoring sputum color could improve treatment and monitoring of bronchiectasis patients, empowering them to self-manage their condition.

via Hindustan Times|

#bronchiectasis #health #inflammation

health2 years ago•1 min saved

Linda Evangelista's Secret Battle: Surviving Breast Cancer Twice

Supermodel Linda Evangelista has revealed that she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018 and underwent a bilateral mastectomy. In July 2022, she discovered another lump in her chest, which turned out to be cancer in her pectoral muscle. Despite a "horrible oncotype score" indicating a higher risk of cancer returning, Evangelista remains cancer-free and is in a celebratory mode, although she acknowledges having one foot in the grave.

via USA TODAY|

#breast-cancer #diagnosis #health

health2 years ago•3 min saved

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise Battles Blood Cancer

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise has been diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, a treatable form of blood cancer. Scalise, 57, plans to continue working while undergoing treatment and remains optimistic about his prognosis. Multiple Myeloma is a rare blood cancer that affects plasma cells and can lead to weakened bones and kidney damage. However, advancements in treatments, including immunotherapy, have significantly improved outcomes for patients. Scalise has previously overcome serious medical challenges, including being critically wounded in a 2017 shooting. Lawmakers and the White House have expressed support and well wishes for his recovery.

via The Washington Post|

#blood-cancer #health #multiple-myeloma

technology2 years ago•41 min saved

Hybrid Bayesian Neural Networks for Li-ion Battery Prognosis

Researchers have proposed a hybrid Bayesian physics-informed neural network framework for Li-ion battery prognosis, addressing challenges such as computational efficiency, partially characterized first-principle models, and unstructured datasets. The framework integrates numerical integration of governing equations using recurrent neural networks, compensates for model-form uncertainty with data-driven nodes, and incorporates variational Bayesian nodes to account for data uncertainty. The approach allows for accurate prediction of battery end of discharge while considering the effect of battery aging, inter-battery variability, and temperature effects. The hybrid model can handle diverse sources of information and offers benefits such as model updating without decommissioning the battery, handling battery-to-battery variation, and incorporating fleet-wide data for battery degradation modeling. Experimental data from the NASA Prognostics Center of Excellence Data Repository is used to demonstrate the effectiveness of the framework.

via Nature.com|

#battery-aging #hybrid-modeling #li-ion-batteries

health3 years ago•5 min saved

AI distinguishes 5 types of heart failure in groundbreaking study.

Researchers from the University College London used machine learning to identify five distinct types of heart failure, with the goal of predicting the prognosis for each subtype. The five types of heart failure identified were early onset, late onset, atrial fibrillation, metabolic, and cardiometabolic. For each type of heart failure, the researchers determined the likelihood of the person dying within a year of diagnosis. The prognosis varied widely for the five subtypes. The research team also developed an app for physicians that would enable them to determine which subtype of heart failure a patient has.

via Fox News|

#health #heart-failure #machine-learning

health3 years ago•1 min saved

Dolph Lundgren's 8-Year Private Cancer Battle Amid Filming 'Aquaman 2'

Actor Dolph Lundgren revealed in an interview that his kidney cancer had spread and he was told he had only two or three years left to live. Lundgren had previously had a tumor removed in 2015 and had been doing regular scans until 2020 when more tumors were discovered. He began systemic therapy and treatment similar to lung cancer treatment, which has been shrinking his tumors by around 30 percent within a three-month period. Lundgren is currently in the process of removing the remaining scar tissue in the tumors and hopes that the medication he is taking will suppress any further cancer activity.

via IndieWire|

#cancer #dolph-lundgren #health