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Ministry explains why diagnosis codes will not yet be introduced on sick leave certificates in Latvia

The Ministry of Health of Latvia (VM) has concluded that making diagnosis codes mandatory on sick leave certificates would currently not be the most effective way to obtain information about the most common causes of work incapacity. To improve data …

Breast cancer patients from Lithuania forced to seek medication in Latvia and Poland

Women battling breast cancer said that Lithuania has been short of the much-needed drug Tamoxifen for four months in a row, and some have sought the medication in neighboring countries. Ineta Jokubauskienė, a resident of Šiauliai, has been battling breast …

AI Metabolomics Platform Enables Early Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis

Pancreatic cancer has long been regarded by the medical community as the most challenging cancer to diagnose due to its insidious early symptoms and the lack of effective screening tools. Consequently, most patients are diagnosed at an advanced stage, …

Lithuanian breast cancer patients forced to seek medication in Latvia or Poland

From injection to ingestion: Can yeast make vaccines more accessible?

HN Summary • Oral Yeast-Based Vaccines: Researchers, including Emilija Vasiliunaité at Vilnius University Life Sciences Center, are developing vaccines using genetically modified yeast, which produce viral antigens and can potentially be ingested rather …

Prince Edward’s Journey From Discreet Royal to Key Figure in King Charles’ Reign

Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh, is blowing out 62 candles today, during a dark moment for the British monarchy. Reserved and discreet, the youngest son of Queen Elizabeth II didn’t seek prominence as a working royal. But various events in recent years …

Estonia faces organ donor shortage; misinformation partly to blame

Only 5.5% of Estonians have officially declared their willingness to become organ donors after death, and one of the reasons for the low rate is misinformation, writes ERR News. Virge Pall, head of the Transplantation Center at Tartu University Hospital, …

Estonia facing shortage of organ donors

Only 5.5 percent of the Estonian population has submitted a declaration of intent to become an organ donor in the Health Portal and officials say one of the reasons is misinformation. Virge Pall, head of the transplant center at Tartu University Hospital, …

KALW Almanac - Wednesday March 11, 2026

Today is Wednesday, the 11th of March of 2026 March 11 is the 70th day of the year 295 days remain until the end of the year. 9 days until spring begins Sunrise in San Francisco at 7:26:11 am and sunset will be at 7:14:16 pm We will have 11 hours and 48 …

AI metabolomics platform to advance pancreatic cancer early diagnosis

This study was led by Professor Yu-Ting Chang (Department of Internal Medicine, NTU Hospital), Assistant Research Fellow Chun-Mei Hu (Genomics Research Center, Academia Sinica), and Distinguished Research Fellow Chao-Ping Hsu (Institute of Chemistry, …

U.S., British curlers overcome tree accident, tumour, to join record number of women at Paralympics

Open this photo in gallery:Laura Dwyer of the United States competes against Estonia in a wheelchair curling mixed doubles round robin session at the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy on Thursday.Emilio Morenatti/The Associated …

Doctors: Artificial intelligence already saving lives in Estonia

Artificial intelligence is no longer science fiction in Estonia's healthcare system but an everyday tool, moving from labs to operating rooms and emergency departments. While chatbots and image generators grab headlines, a quieter but far more …

Academia Sinica and NTU Hospital develop AI model for pancreatic cancer

Academia Sinica and National Taiwan University (NTU) Hospital have jointly developed PanMETAI, an AI metabolomics platform to detect the early stages of pancreatic cancer. The tabular AI model detects molecular traces of cancer by leveraging a standardised …

AI for pancreatic cancer metabolic profiling in Taiwan

It has demonstrated high accuracy in detecting pancreatic cancer by extracting and analysing 260,000 metabolic signals from just 500 microlitres of blood serum. In an effort to catch one of the deadliest cancers in the world early, Taiwan's national …

Taiwanese help develop cancer test

Researchers from National Taiwan University Hospital (NTUH), Academia Sinica and the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) platform for the early detection of pancreatic cancer. In a paper published this …

Kildare Death Notices for today: Tuesday, March 10 2026

Helen Carey (née Kenny) The death has occurred of Helen Carey (née Kenny), Celbridge, Kildare. CAREY (née Kenny), Helen (Celbridge, Co. Kildare) March 8 2026, peacefully at her home. Beloved wife of the late Thomas and much loved mother of George, …

Steve Emt’s incredible journey to a third Paralympics

Steve Emt has won 10 national titles in wheelchair curling. Marcus Hartmann/Getty Images STEVE EMT HAD BEEN been conscious for only a few moments when he heard the words that would change his life forever. He had been in a serious car accident days …

How our ancestors used mushrooms to change the course of human history

Seventy-five years ago, in the depths of a peat bog in Yorkshire, UK, archaeologists made a startling discovery: the perfectly preserved remains of dozens of 11,000-year-old mushrooms. Carefully cut and intentionally scorched, it is thought that these …

EU Auditors warn that Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan is fraught with uncertainty

Luxembourg, 19 February 2026 Many initiatives are laudable, but overlap and lack sustainability Cancer inequalities persist within and between EU countries The future of the programme beyond 2027 is unclear The EU’s flagship programme against cancer – …

Orthopedic Prosthetics Market 2026 Improving Mobility With Advanced Biomechanical Design

The Business Research Company's Orthopedic Prosthetics Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Orthopedic Prosthetics market is …

National Patient Safety Awareness Week Highlights Need for Vigilance in Nursing Homes, Solomon & Relihan Says

Phoenix law firm urges families to watch for signs of neglect and use available resources to protect vulnerable loved ones PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In recognition of National Patient Safety Awareness Week …

Global Sleep Crisis: Sleep Solutions for World Sleep Day

AchievingSleep.com Introduces Programs to Help People Sleep in 15 Minutes VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the world observes World Sleep Day on March 13, 2026, a global initiative to raise awareness that healthy sleep is …

NorCal Treatment Centers Opens Luxury Addiction Treatment Facility, Expanding Access to High-End Care Across NorCal

AUBURN, CA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NorCal Treatment Centers proudly announces the opening of its new luxury addiction treatment center, bringing elevated, personalized substance use disorder care to individuals and …

Young Adults Are Falling Through the Mental Health Care System: Specialized Programs Are Stepping In

THETFORD CENTER, VT, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As mental health concerns continue to rise among young adults nationwide, gaps in traditional care models are leaving many individuals between the ages of 18 and 30 without …

Amend Treatment Announces New Ownership, Marking a New Chapter in Comprehensive Mental Health Care

MALIBU, CA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amend Treatment, a premier residential mental health treatment center in Malibu, has officially transitioned to new ownership, ushering in an exciting new chapter for the organization while …

Jaime Morley, DMSc, PA-C, Received a Doctor of Medical Science from ATSU-ASHS

MORRISTOWN, NJ, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Pediatric Orthopedic Center, alongside the dean and faculty of A.T. Still University, are proud to announce that Jaime Morley, DMSc, PA-C, one of fewer than 3% of physician …

Free Training Day for Professionals, Parents, and the Community: Learn to Recognize Child Trafficking and Exploitation

On April 9, Shared Hope International opens its nationally recognized, survivor-informed training to the entire Southwest Washington community VANCOUVER, WA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Last August, it took more than 60 officers …

First Session and Wirth Hats Launch Limited-Edition Hat Donating 100% of Proceeds to Therapy

Victoria-based therapist marketplace First Session funded all production costs so every dollar from the collaboration goes to the Wirth's counselling fund. VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- First …

Hair We Share Named Finalist for the 2026 Imagine Awards; Community Encouraged to Support Fan Favorite Voting

The Innovation nomination highlights the nonprofit’s impact, while the Fan Favorite Award offers an additional chance for community support. JERICHO, NY, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hair We Share, a national nonprofit providing …

Hawkeye Bio Granted U.S. Patent for Graphene Biosensor Platform Enabling Ultra-Sensitive Protease Biomarker Detection

Patent covers pristine graphene–based biosensor technology to translate protease activity into measurable optical signals for early cancer detection WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hawkeye Bio, Inc. …

ARO Med Spa to Host 'Spring Glow Reveal' Event Featuring Advanced PicoWay Laser Technology

Educational beauty event in El Paso highlights innovative treatment for pigmentation, acne scars, and skin rejuvenation EL PASO, TX, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ARO Med Spa will host a special educational beauty event, …

Conductive Grounding Textiles Are Emerging as a New Category in Sleep Technology, According to EcoHeal

Growing interest in conductive textiles and grounding bedding highlights the expanding role of materials science in modern sleep technology AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Innovations in sleep technology are increasingly …

ClinCapture Introduces AI-Powered Trial Build Platform for Intelligent Clinical Studies

ClinCapture announces AI-powered clinical trial build tech that automates study configuration, and advances intelligent architecture for clinical research. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ClinCapture …

New Journal Empowers Teens and Parents to Communicate Through Anxiety and Emotion

ID, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Books to Life Marketing proudly announces the release of Combating Teen Anxiety: Teen-Parent Communication Journal, a ground-breaking guide by Gina Nelson, LCSW, designed to create a safe …

Black Heart Association to Provide On-Site Heart Health Screenings at Black Enterprise Women of Power Summit

The national nonprofit will offer cardiovascular testing and education to attendees at one of the country’s most influential gatherings of professional women. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Black Heart …

Autom8ion Lab Helps Businesses Eliminate Manual Work Through Custom AI Infrastructure

Autom8ion Lab delivers custom AI systems and automation workflows that streamline operations, reduce overhead, and modernize execution. PLANT CITY, FL, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Autom8ion Lab, an AI automation agency …

DARCO International Introduces AllRound Shoe™ to Support Comfortable Healing and Everyday Mobility

DARCO’s AllRound Shoe™ offers a protective closed-toe design, increased midfoot volume, and improved comfort for post-operative recovery. HUNTINGTON, WV, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DARCO International, a company dedicated to …

DiaGen AI Inc. Appoints Life Sciences and AI Expert Aditya Tallapragada to Advisory Board

Appointment brings deep life sciences, clinical, & global market expertise to DiaGen as it scales its AI-driven drug discovery tools and platform abroad. VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DiaGen AI Inc. (“DiaGen”), …