5 stories tagged #Oxford University

  1. Wearable Ultrasound Patch Could Revolutionize Pregnancy Monitoring
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    Wearable Ultrasound Patch Could Revolutionize Pregnancy Monitoring

    A new wearable ultrasound patch offers continuous, hands-free fetal monitoring, potentially transforming prenatal care and early detection of complications.

    5d ago 1 min read
  2. New Wearable Ultrasound Patch Promises Continuous Fetal Monitoring
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    New Wearable Ultrasound Patch Promises Continuous Fetal Monitoring

    UPatch, a stick-on ultrasound device, tracks fetal health and blood flow in the womb, potentially catching complications traditional scans might miss.

    6d ago 1 min read
  3. Oxford Scientists Fast-Track New Ebola Vaccine Amid DR Congo Outbreak
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    Oxford Scientists Fast-Track New Ebola Vaccine Amid DR Congo Outbreak

    Oxford University develops a new Ebola vaccine using Covid-era technology as the DR Congo outbreak escalates, with 750 cases and 177 deaths reported.

    last wk. 2 min read
  4. Oxford Study Heralds Potential Breakthrough in Endometriosis Diagnosis
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    Oxford Study Heralds Potential Breakthrough in Endometriosis Diagnosis

    A new non-invasive scan offers hope for faster endometriosis detection, addressing a condition affecting 190 million women globally.

    last mo. 1 min read
  5. Instagram and TikTok Harm Youth Mental Health More Than WhatsApp, Study Reveals
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    Instagram and TikTok Harm Youth Mental Health More Than WhatsApp, Study Reveals

    Oxford University research shows algorithm-driven social media like Instagram and TikTok damage youth mental health more than connection-focused apps like WhatsApp. Optimal use: under one hour daily.

    2mo ago 1 min read