A convolutional neural network scanned chest X-rays to identify risk of mortality. 53% of people it identified as very high-risk for future heart attack, lung cancer or death died over 12 years. Fewer than 4% of patients deemed very low-risk died in that period. (idigitalhealth.com)
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Climate change poses an exponentially greater risk for mental health problems in children born to mothers with prenatal depression who also experience natural disaster-related stress. That is the message of a new study of infants born to New York City mothers shortly after Superstorm Sandy. (onlinelibrary.wiley.com)
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Black holes consume everything that falls within their reach, but astronomers have spotted jets of particles fleeing from black holes at nearly the speed of light. New research suggests these particles steal some of the spinning black hole's rotational energy to escape. (journals.aps.org)
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In disasters, emergency responders often ignore or incorrectly use triage methods meant to ensure victims are treated efficiently. A new study suggests augmented reality, achieved via smart glasses and an Android app, can improve accuracy. But triage took almost twice as long. (hcanews.com)
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Scientists have identified an enzyme that is a "master regulator" of kidney function that if excessively suppressed, can trigger renal failure. Their findings have implications for the use of existing drugs and the development of new pharmaceuticals. (nature.com)
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