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New Scientist - 07-May-2025A powerful new health algorithm promises early disease prediction, but raises ethical alarms
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A powerful new health algorithm promises early disease prediction, but raises ethical alarms
How AI is reshaping diagnosis and care while raising new ethical questions in healthcare
Health leaders call for public input on a national strategy to close the life expectancy gap
Doctors urge action as poverty-linked diseases like scabies and malnutrition rise in the UK
Even the richest Americans live shorter lives, tied to inequality and lifestyle risks
Study finds widening health gap tied more to lifestyle than income
Wealth and location are cutting years off lives in poorer areas
Changes in blood proteins reveal early signs of this faster ageing
Women outlive men—except in medicine, where unique challenges may erase the advantage
The quest to extend life is booming, but does our fear of death stop us from truly living?
Why nutritious food remains out of reach for the nation’s poorest families
AI-based tests help detect heart condition in women more accurately
This identifies potential flaws early, reduces animal testing, and accelerates development
Health disparities reveal stark north-south divide and challenges in coastal towns
UK’s gap in lifespan inequality between the poorest and richest has widened over the past generation
Experts urge global action on diet, exercise, and healthcare access to address this
Misconceptions and gender biases are costing women's lives
They are paid less, provide more unpaid care, and face higher rates of domestic violence
Proposes ethical pathways for profit and public trust challenges
However, legal actions aim for prosecution before his death
Researchers blame government policies for stalled progress and widening health gap
Longevity AI app offers personalized guidance based on exercise, diet, and sleep data
Fewer qualified GPs, less consistent care causes shorter lifespans.
Urgent action needed to tackle bias in pulse oximeters, AI devices & genetic tests for fair healthcare for all
Experts calling for action to improve basic needs and address inequalities