Who deserves a transplant? AI’s answer isn’t the same as a human doctor’s
Artificial intelligence systems can produce clear answers when asked to choose who should receive a donated kidney, but new research suggests that their
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Women dominate Europe’s health workforce but earn 19% less per hour, WHO warns
Women dominate Europe s health workforce, keeping hospitals, clinics and care services running across the region. Yet women in the…
Air pollution exposure linked to higher risk of suicide and suicidal thoughts, study finds
Environmental conditions may play a meaningful role in mental health, with new research linking exposure to several forms of pollution…
AI in health must be done in a ‘European way,’ without replacing doctors, von der Leyen says
AI in health must be done in a European way that supports doctors rather than replaces them, European Commission President…
Increase in air pollution takes a toll on your sleep
Short-term rises in air pollution may be enough to aggravate the respiratory system and interrupt sleep, even in urban areas…
Moonlight, phone screens and standby LEDs: Is your bedroom too bright?
A bedroom illuminated by moonlight, a phone screen, a glowing charger or a sliver of hall light may be brighter…
World Suicide Prevention Day: what do the latest EU and Spain figures show?
Suicide claimed the lives of 48,370 people across the European Union in 2023, representing 1% of all deaths registered that…
Breast milk shows benefit against antibiotic resistance
The global fight against antibiotic-resistant bacteria usually conjures images of hospital wards, pharmaceutical laboratories, and policy debates. Yet a new
Back or elbow pain? You might be gaming too much on your phone
For millions of young adults, the smartphone has become both a study companion and a primary entertainment device. Hours spent…