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health1 year ago

"New Early Detection Test for Dementia Shows High Accuracy and Promise"

Researchers from Murdoch University have developed a new self-reporting screening test, the McCusker Subjective Cognitive Impairment Inventory (McSCI), to help identify early signs of dementia. The test focuses on six cognitive areas and has shown 99.9% accuracy in identifying individuals with subjective cognitive decline. This tool aims to provide a cost-effective and accessible method for early dementia detection, which is crucial for timely intervention and treatment.

via Medical News Today|
#alzheimers-disease#cognitive-decline#dementia
health-medical-negligence2 years ago

Misdiagnosed: Mother-of-Three Dies of Cervical Cancer After Normal Smear Test

Kerry Pugh, a mother of three, died of cervical cancer after doctors incorrectly reported her 2018 cervical smear test as normal, despite severe cell changes being present. The misdiagnosis led to a delayed diagnosis and treatment, ultimately resulting in her passing at the age of 48. Her husband is considering legal action against the hospital trust and urges women to be aware of the signs of the disease. The hospital trust has conducted an audit of the screening results and is supporting the family with their questions regarding the care provided.

via The Telegraph|
#cancer-awareness#cervical-cancer#health-medical-negligence
society2 years ago

Unmasking the Mental Toll of War: Ukraine's Soldiers and Civilians Seek Healing

Ukrainians are addressing the collective mental health crisis caused by the ongoing war with Russia through initiatives like the "How Are You?" art exhibit and an online screening test developed by a Ukrainian company called Anima. The exhibit aims to encourage discussions about mental health, while the test uses rapid image presentation and a questionnaire to screen for signs of anxiety or depression. More Ukrainians are seeking help for mental health issues, and the country is making efforts to provide support and treatment for both soldiers and civilians affected by the war.

via WUSF Public Media|
#art-exhibit#mental-health#screening-test
health2 years ago

The Importance of Bowel Cancer Screening: Real-Life Stories

A fit and healthy father, Steve Hollington, was diagnosed with stage three bowel cancer last year despite having no symptoms. He completed a bowel screening known as the faecal immunochemical test, which can be done at home and then sent off. After a colonoscopy, two tumours were found in his bowel, which Steve says ‘completely took me by surprise as I didn’t have a single symptom’. Steve underwent surgery on his bowel in December, just weeks after his diagnosis, and was fitted with a stoma post-surgery to allow his bowel to heal.

via The Independent|
#bowel-cancer#early-detection#health
health2 years ago

"Revolutionizing Cancer Screening: Non-Invasive At-Home Testing with Cologuard"

Cologuard is a non-invasive screening test for colon cancer that can be done at home by collecting a stool sample and sending it back to the company via UPS. The test is effective at screening for colon cancer by looking for blood in the sample and analyzing DNA evidence of cancer cells. If the test is abnormal, further testing is required, but all Affordable Care Act compliant insurances are now required to cover a follow-up colonoscopy. Cologuard is a simple and potentially lifesaving alternative to a colonoscopy for those who are reluctant to have one.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|
#affordable-care-act#cologuard#colon-cancer
healthtech2 years ago

Speech Patterns Could Indicate Alzheimer's Early On

Startup Accexible has developed a product that assesses the linguistic content of someone’s speech and how they’re speaking to identify changes that may indicate an underlying problem, such as early signs of Alzheimer's. The app promises 90% accuracy and results in just a few minutes, making it a useful screening test for general practitioners and a monitoring tool for neurologists. The company is already being used by 10,000 patients and 40 practitioners across five markets, and is running pilots in Spain, Colombia, and the UK.

via WIRED|
#alzheimers#healthtech#mental-health