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A new prehospital stroke screening tool called G-FAST shows a balanced ability to detect large blockages in the brain’s major arteries, with about 73% sensitivity and 74% specificity. This provides emergency responders with a practical and accurate alternative to existing tools for quickly identifying patients who need specialized clot-removing surgery.
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Researchers found highly pathogenic bird flu virus RNA in cow semen in California in 2024. This discovery is significant because it suggests a potential new route for the virus to spread among livestock, which requires further investigation to protect animal and public health.
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A survey of UK respiratory medicine trainees shows a growing interest in procedural specialties like lung cancer and pleural disease, while interest in asthma and interstitial lung disease is declining. These shifting career preferences highlight important trends that must be addressed to plan for a sustainable future lung doctor workforce.
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