Search Tag: women's health
Radial-scars-detected-with-digital-breast-tomosynthesis-surveillance-over-surgery
2024 19 Mar
Radial scars are mammary lesions characterised by a fibroelastotic core and radiating ducts and lobules. They are primarily detected on mammography, often as architectural distortion, with increasing identification due to digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT). Surgical excision has historically been recommended due to variable upstaging rates, but...Read more
Hologics-sustainability-commitment-continues-to-grow-worldwide
2024 29 Feb
Hologic, Inc.’s leadership in championing the health of women, their families and their communities continues to expand globally as shown in the company’s new sustainability report titled “Our Commitment Knows No Bounds.” The annual report spotlights how Hologic leverages its financial strength, derived from its innovative medical technologies,...Read more
Hologic-to-unveil-groundbreaking-ai-research-at-ecr-2024
2024 27 Feb
Global Leader in Women’s Health to Present Research and Educational Opportunities Focused on Improving Workflow and Efficiency Hologic, Inc. (Nasdaq: HOLX) continues to deliver on its commitment to advancing women’s health by unveiling new research in artificial intelligence (AI) and offering innovative educational opportunities at the...Read more
Chatgpt-simplifies-breast-cancer-information-for-better-understanding
2024 06 Feb
In a recent study published in Radiology: Imaging Cancer , researchers explored the potential of ChatGPT, an advanced language model, as a tool to simplify information about breast cancer prevention and screening. The aim was to make this vital information more accessible and easier to comprehend for a wider audience. ChatGPT for...Read more
The-hologic-global-womens-health-index-year-3-global-report
2024 25 Jan
What is the Hologic Global Women’s Health Index? A Life-Changing Study for Women. And the World. The Hologic Global Women’s Health Index is a global indicator of a healthy future for women. Developed in collaboration with international public health and medical experts and the Gallup World Poll research team, a set of questions was formulated...Read more
14th-european-breast-cancer-conference-2024
2024 20 Mar
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Womens-health-remains-in-crisis-worldwide-even-as-covid-19-pandemic-wanes-1
2024 16 Jan
Third annual Hologic Global Women’s Health Index shows billions of women untested for life-threatening conditions, emotional health worsening and nearly 1 billion women living with physical pain. The world faces an emergency in women’s health even as the COVID-19 pandemic wanes, according to one of the largest annual updates on women’s...Read more
Welcome-to-stella-mastora-the-new-president-of-europa
2024 15 Jan
After four years of dedicated service as our President, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Tanja Spani c , whose mandate has now come to an end. We were honored to be led by such a remarkable lady: she significantly contributed to Europa Donna’s advocacy work and good reputation, achieving notable successes during very difficult times. Tanja’s...Read more
Affideas-remarkable-growth-in-2023-expanding-across-8-countries-reaching-340-centres
2023 22 Dec
With a commitment to expanding its reach and clinical services portfolio for the communities it serves across 15 countries, Affidea has successfully completed 14 acquisitions this year across 8 countries. These acquisitions have not only broadened the company's geographic footprint but have also enhanced its ability to provide exceptional medical services...Read more
Policy-update-time-to-accelerate-the-next-steps
2023 15 Dec
Richard Price, Head of Policy, European Cancer Organisation Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan is working. New EU level cancer prevention legislation is now in statutes, with more to come. Ambitious pan-European projects are up and running, with early outputs coming to fruition. New communities for multi-stakeholder action are formed with promises...Read more
Self-scheduled-mammograms-lead-to-increased-screening-rates
2023 13 Dec
According to new paper published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, the capability to self-schedule mammograms was associated with a 15% increase in follow-through with the screening. When patients lack the time to call a scheduling line or encounter challenges in finding appointments that suit their schedule, self-scheduling facilitates...Read more
Hologic-at-rsna-2023-ai-localization-and-mammography
2023 15 Nov
Hologic, Inc. is set to showcase its extensive booth demos and introduce three innovative medical education sessions at the upcoming RSNA event. As the global leader in breast imaging, Hologic, Inc. is dedicated to offering clinically proven solutions across the entire continuum of care. Their objective is to improve outcomes and elevate...Read more
Implications-of-breast-density-on-cancer-screening
2023 13 Nov
Athina Vourtsis is the founder of Athena Medical, a Breast Imaging and Women's Health Centre in Athens, Greece, where she is the Head of the Radiology department and Chief Scientific Advisor. She is also the Founding President of the Hellenic Breast Imaging Society. Dr Vourtsis has shown special interest in supplemental screening methods and AI....Read more
The-womens-tennis-association-marks-50-years
2023 30 Aug
On June 21 – 50 years ago – Billie Jean King called on her peers for strength in unity and founded the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA). With the support of 63 fellow players, the founding meeting took place ahead of Wimbledon at a hotel in London. The WTA thrives as the largest women’s sports organization and upholds a founding mission...Read more
Wearable-ultrasound-for-early-breast-cancer-detection
2023 07 Aug
When breast cancer is identified during its initial stages, the survival rate is almost perfect, reaching nearly 100 percent. However, for tumours that are discovered in the more advanced stages, this rate drops to approximately 25 percent. MIT researchers have designed a wearable ultrasound device to allow people to detect tumors whilst they...Read more
Jefferson-radiology-implements-tele-ultrasound-to-improve-breast-imaging-accessibility
2022 04 May
New telemedicine software enables radiologists to connect with patients virtually and in real-time Jefferson Radiology has implemented advanced telemedicine software for its diagnostic ultrasound appointments. Collaboration Live, a tele-ultrasound software by Philips™, will dramatically improve patient access by enabling radiologists to connect...Read more
What-in-breast-imaging-interests-radiology-trainees
2021 21 Dec
The workforce supply in Canada, although increasing, has not matched the demand for breast radiologists. To gauge the interest level for breast imaging and determine factors influencing radiology trainees’ decision to pursue this subspeciality, Canadian researchers sent a survey to all 16 radiology programs and all 17 medical schools’ radiology interest...Read more
Visit-hologic-at-the-virtual-ecr-congress-2020
2020 14 Jul
“MUST SEE” Attractions at ECR 2020, 15-21 July, Virtual Event Discover how Hologic’s clinically proven, integrated solutions incorporating AI can support you managing your patients across the breast health continuum of care in our virtual booth. From screening to monitoring, our leading innovations support you in delivering excellence in...Read more
Hologic-features-its-innovative-suite-of-products-at-2018-acog-annual-clinical-scientific-meeting
2018 30 Apr
Hologic, Inc., a leading medical technology company focused on improving women's health and well-being, will showcase its comprehensive portfolio of healthcare solutions for women at the 66th Annual American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) Clinical and Scientific Meeting. The meeting takes place in Austin, Texas from April 27-30...Read more
Hologic-announces-q4-2017-financial-results
2017 03 Oct
Hologic, Inc. has announced that the Company plans to release its financial results for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2017 on Wednesday, November 8, 2017 after the market closes. In conjunction with the release, management will host a conference call that day at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Interested participants may listen to the call by...Read more
New-uspstf-draft-cervical-cancer-screening-recommendations-are-a-step-back-for-women-s-health
2017 16 Sep
Hologic, Inc. is deeply concerned that the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) did not include a grade for co-testing (also known as Pap+HPV Together) in draft cervical cancer screening recommendations released this week. These draft recommendations do not consider the wealth of data supporting the value of co-testing, and will put...Read more
Samsung-showcases-a-total-diagnostic-solution-for-women-s-health-at-the-26th-isuog-2016
2016 26 Sep
Promoting ’Crystal Clear’, a total solution for women from family-planning to midlife health Launching new fetal imaging & an advanced decision support tool to classify ovarian tumors Samsung Medison, a global medical equipment company and an affiliate of Samsung Electronics, showcases a total diagnostic solution...Read more