Mayo Clinic engages Cerebras to deliver potent computing power, scale AI transformation
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic, the world’s No. 1 hospital and a global leader in advancing trusted generative artificial intelligence (AI) healthcare applications, has announced a multi-year strategic collaboration with Cerebras Systems to develop multimodal large language models (LLMs) to improve patient outco mes and diagnoses. The collaboration combines Mayo Clinic ’s expansive repository of decades of deidentified clinical data with generative AI capabilities developed by Cerebras to train models to complement physicians’ expertise. The… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - January 15, 2024 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic's inclusive onboarding sets new standard in lab accommodations
Conor Peck and Brigette Baig After Conor Peck cleared the initial interview panel for a clinical laboratory technologist role in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, it didn't take long for him to catch Brigette Baig's attention. "He has a biochemistry degree, and we like chemistry people in our lab," says Baig, supervisor of the Metals Laboratory. "I called him to just give him an informal tour of the lab using… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - January 14, 2024 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Research fuels advances in bile duct cancer care
Bile duct cancer, also known as cholangiocarcinoma, forms in the thin tubes that carry bile from your liver to your gallbladder and small intestine. Though relatively rare, cholangiocarcinoma is often diagnosed in later stages, making it more difficult to treat, and cases in the U.S. are increasing. In a review article published in Nature Reviews Clinical Oncology in 2023, lead author Sumera I. Ilyas, M.B.B.S., and co-authors share advances in diagnosing, staging and treating bile duct cancer. Dr.… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic expert discusses increasing levels of respiratory infections
The new year is bringing a significant rise in respiratory virus activity across the U.S. Many are experiencing coughs, fever and congestion — some of the telltale signs of COVID-19 and influenza. Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, a Mayo Clinic pediatric infectious diseases expert, explains why this surge is happening, what still may be to come, and how to protect you and your family. "We have seen increasing rates of COVID-19 and influenza. Infl uenza season has not… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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UTI: This common infection can be serious
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is common, but it can be serious. "Simple urinary tract infections can be managed by your primary care provider, but when they become complex leading to other issues or problems, you should seek the care of a specialist," says Dr. Mitchell Humphreys, a urologist at Mayo Clinic. What is a UTI? The urinary system helps the body eliminate waste, excess water and salt. It encompasses the kidneys, ureters, bladder and… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Minute: Mixed reality provides precise path during shoulder surgery
Holograms and virtual reality (VR) headsets can be part of a great gaming experience. But did you know that the same technology can make for a better healthcare experience too? Dr. Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon, explains how, for the first time ever, mixed reality played a vital role in a recent shoulder surgery he performed. Shoulder arthroplasty, or shoulder replacement surgery, is a complex procedure where damaged bone is replaced by metal… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Minute: Weight-loss medications alone are not a quick fix
One of the most common New Year's resolutions is to lose weight. Many may be wondering if weight-loss medications can help them reach their goal. Medications called semaglutides — better known by the brand names Ozempic and Wegovy — have been shown to help people lose about 15% of their body weight. But as Dr. Andres Acosta explains in this Mayo Clinic Minute, these medications alone are not a quick solution. Watch: The Mayo Clinic… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - January 11, 2024 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Unlocking the mechanisms of HIV in preclinical research
Mayo Clinic researchers have unraveled the molecular mechanisms that affect which cells infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) die and which survive, a discovery heralded as a step toward eliminating all HIV-infected cells from the body. This pioneering research goes beyond two common approaches to treating HIV infections. The first approach is to block HIV proteins, thereby preventing HIV cell replication. The second is to prevent HIV from reaching cells. However, neither treatment reduces the… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - January 10, 2024 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
John Cadwallader has hope, time and new options after CAR-T treatment for multiple myeloma
John Cadwallader shares his journey of hope and perseverance after CAR-T cell therapy. "Every day is a gift," says John Cadwallader reflecting from his hospital room. For 10 years, the Welsh-born farmer and craftsman has been fighting multiple myeloma: a cancer that affects plasma cells which produce disease- and infection-fighting antibodies. In multiple myeloma, cancerous plasma cells accumulate in the bone marrow and crowd out healthy blood cells. Rather than produce helpful antibodies, the cancer… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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When is a cough a concern?
Hearing a chorus of coughs is typical at this time of year. An occasional cough is normal and healthy. A cough that persists for several weeks or brings up discolored or bloody mucus may indicate a condition that needs medical attention. A cough is your body's response when something irritates your throat or airways. An irritant stimulates nerves that send a message to your brain. The brain then tells muscles in your chest and abdomen… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Minute: Cervical cancer screening
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Each year, more than 11,000 new cases of cervical cancer are diagnosed in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Many women often don't show any signs of cervical cancer in the early stages of the disease. In advanced stages, symptoms may include vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain or pain during intercourse. Dr. Kristina Butler, a Mayo Clinic gynecologic oncologist, explains why preventive screenings are crucial.… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Platform and Techcyte announce a strategic collaboration to transform the global practice of pathology
ROCHESTER, Minn. and OREM, Utah — Mayo Clinic Platform, a collaborative ecosystem for healthcare innovation, and Techcyte, a world leader in AI-based digital pathology, are working together to transform the global practice of pathology through the creation of a digital pathology platform. The digital pathology platform will pioneer and fundamentally reshape the next generation of pathology services with an open, end-to-end, AI driven solution to advance treatments, enhance efficiency and accuracy, and provide worldwide access… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Overcoming elbow pain: Pickleball enthusiast shares journey with innovative TenJet procedure
A Rochester resident's triumph over tennis elbow through percutaneous hydrotenotomy A couple of years ago, Sara Stenhaug began experiencing debilitating right elbow pain, commonly known as tennis elbow. Physical therapy and dry needling failed to provide the desired relief, leaving Sara frustrated and challenged by the persistent symptoms. She found it difficult to continue with daily activities like exercise, crafting and cooking. Even simple tasks like opening the window blinds were painful. Each day brought… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Sharing a passion for biomedical engineering with young students
Katy Lydon is a third-year graduate student in Biomedical Engineering and Physiology. Photo courtesy of Luke Schroeder. Katy Lydon was in fifth grade when she became enthralled with engineering. A team of engineers visited her classroom and led an exercise in designing, building and testing miniature towers made out of cardboard. But she didn ’t associate engineering with medicine until the end of high school. "I didn't truly learn about biomedical engineering until my senior year,"… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Sleep your way to better athletic performance
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. — Sleep might not be at the top of the list when you think about ways to boost your athletic performance. But it's just as important as your training program, nutrition and hydration. Why does sleep play such a crucial role not only for performance but also for overall health? Dr. Amy Rantala "Whe n you sleep, your brain processes all the information you've taken in during the day," says Amy Rantala, M.D.,… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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