The Delphi-2M AI model can predict rates of more than a 1,000 diseases years into the future, but researchers say it is not yet ready for public use
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‘Not transparent’: Why are Ontario’s MAID reports not public?
With its broad and vague MAID laws, Canada should be prioritizing transparency around MAID cases, experts say
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One in six U.S. parents rejecting standard vaccine schedule: poll
Concerns about vaccine side effects and lack of confidence in health authorities to ensure safety were main reasons for vaccine hesitancy
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U.K. aims to transform Alzheimer’s diagnosis with blood test trial
Scientist want to see if giving patients a blood test to look for Alzheimer’s biomarkers at the same time as memory tests will lead to early detection of the disease
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The ‘magic mirror’ effect: How AI chatbots can reinforce harmful ideas
As Canadians turn to AI chatbots for mental health support, experts warn it can reinforce self-centered thinking and stunt self-awareness
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Informing parents not enough to fight childhood obesity: study
By 2050, a third of children are expected to be obese – and researchers say a society-wide approach is needed to address the problem
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Spain moves to ban smoking in bar terraces, parks
Proposed law would ban smoking at concerts, festivals and universities, as well as ban minors from consuming tobacco
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Saskatchewan launches wellness buses to expand addiction care
Across Canada, mobile health models are increasingly being used to offer care to rural and underserved communities
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England moves to ban sale of energy drinks to children
Up to a third of 13- to 16-year-olds in England are believed to consume energy drinks, despite supermarkets having introduced a voluntary ban
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AI tech ‘revolutionizing’ stroke treatment in England
An AI tool that quickly analyzes brain scans of stroke patients has helped dramatically boost chances of full recovery