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AI detects woman’s breast cancer after routine screening missed it: 'Deeply grateful'
A U.K. woman is thanking artificial intelligence for saving her life.
Sheila Tooth of Littlehampton, West Sussex, had her breast cancer successfully detected by AI after routine testing came back “normal,” according to a report by SWNS.
Tooth, 68, was told she was clear of breast cancer after her last mammogram was reviewed by two radiologists.
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Her mammogram was then analyzed by an AI system, Mammography Intelligent Assessment, as part of a system being tested by University Hospitals Sussex.
The technology picked up cancer cells in Tooth’s screening that were undetectable by the human eye, according to SWNS.
“I’m deeply grateful for it to have been caught so early,” Tooth told SWNS. “All the staff were amazing — so kind and lovely and very reassuring.” (iStock; SWNS)
Tooth had been previously diagnosed with non-invasive early breast cancer 15 years ago, so she reported feeling “very frightened” about being diagnosed again.
“But I knew that whatever they could see on my scan must have been incredibly small if it wasn’t picked up the first time,” she told SWNS.
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Because the scan picked up the same type of breast cancer early on, Tooth was able to receive a lumpectomy without any further treatment.
She described feeling “grateful” for the AI technology, stating that “it’s extraordinary and I’m amazed.”
Artificial intelligence successfully detected Tooth’s breast cancer early enough to treat it. She described feeling “grateful” for the AI technology, stating that “it’s extraordinary and I’m amazed.” (SWNS)
“When I talk to friends, we just can’t believe this AI can detect what the human eye can’t always see. I just feel so lucky,” she said.
“Being 68, this may have been my last mammogram, so my early cancer might have developed into invasive cancer in my 70s.”
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Dr. Olga Strukowska, a consultant radiologist and director at the West Sussex Breast Screening Program, told SWNS that as AI in health care develops, it should “find its place within the breast screening program.”
“The earlier and more accurately we detect cancer, the better the chance our patients will have a positive outcome,” she said. “Using AI increases accuracy while reducing the number of missed cancers and lowering false positives.”
“My early cancer might have developed into invasive cancer in my 70s,” said Tooth, pictured here. (SWNS)
Dr. Harvey Castro, an ER physician and AI expert in Texas, described Tooth’s story as a “powerful testament to how AI transforms breast cancer detection and saves lives.”
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“Sheila’s story highlights the life-saving potential of combining human expertise with AI assistance,” he told Fox News Digital.
“It’s not about replacing radiologists, but empowering them to deliver the highest standard of care.”
The technology can offer a “second opinion that can lead to earlier diagnoses and better outcomes, especially in cases where cancer is subtle or hard to detect,” Castro went on.
“It’s not about replacing radiologists, but empowering them to deliver the highest standard of care.”
AI acts as a “safety net” in detecting breast cancer, “catching what the human eye might miss,” an expert said. (iStock)
Fox News medical contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier agreed, noting that AI is transforming breast cancer detection by “enhancing our ability to spot subtle abnormalities that might be missed by the human eye.”
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“With faster and more accurate analysis of mammograms and other imaging, we can diagnose breast cancer earlier, giving patients a better chance for successful treatment and improved outcomes,” she told Fox News Digital.
Although AI is impressive, Saphier emphasized that the “true sweet spot” for accurate cancer diagnosis lies in the “synergy between the trained human eye and AI, where each complements the other’s strengths.”
“As we see with most advancements in technology, cost is often a limitation, so it will take convincing insurance companies to cover the additional cost of using AI to enhance cancer detection,” she added.
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Parasitic infection causing ‘explosive’ stomach illness exceeds 1,000 cases in northern state
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Cases of cyclosporiasis infections are rising across America, with more than 1,000 people diagnosed in Michigan and more than 500 in Ohio.
This is the largest outbreak of its kind in Michigan’s history and one of the country’s largest in years, according to the Associated Press.
The parasitic infection can cause weeks of watery diarrhea. The source of the infections has not been identified and no deaths have been reported.
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Michigan officials announced the outbreak last week following the identification of more than 170 cases since June 22 in the southeastern part of the state. Typically, only about 50 cases are identified in Michigan each year, according to AP.
A cyclospora infection often causes watery, “explosive” diarrhea that can last for weeks or even months if left untreated, the CDC says. (iStock)
Similar illnesses have been reported in 28 other states, including neighboring Ohio, where diagnoses have popped up across the Michigan border.
Cases have been climbing since the CDC identified an uptick in infections in mid-June, with illnesses now reported in dozens of states.
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Michigan has now reported more than 1,200 cases and at least 40 hospitalizations. In Ohio, northwest counties have identified more than 500 cases, including at least 306 in Lucas County, according to the latest available local figures.
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Texas has reported at least 48 cases, and illnesses have been identified in numerous other states as health officials investigate the source.
The hallmark symptom of a cyclospora infection is watery, often “explosive” diarrhea that can last for weeks or even months if left untreated, the CDC says.
Other symptoms of cyclosporiasis include severe abdominal cramping, bloating, nausea, fatigue and significant weight loss. (iStock)
Other symptoms include severe abdominal cramping, bloating, nausea, fatigue and significant weight loss.
The official outbreak season for the parasite runs from May 1 through Aug. 31, a window where warmer temperatures historically coincide with a spike in infections, according to the CDC.
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While the infection can sometimes clear up on its own, it frequently requires antibiotics. The CDC advises anyone experiencing symptoms of cyclosporiasis to contact a healthcare provider for testing and treatment.
The CDC, alongside the Food and Drug Administration and state health officials, is actively investigating several multistate clusters, but they have yet to find a cause behind the spread.
Fresh produce should be washed thoroughly before eating, although this may not eliminate the risk of infection, the AP noted. (iStock)
Past infections have reportedly been linked to consuming contamined fruits or vegetables, or being exposed to contaminated irrigation water.
Fresh produce should be washed thoroughly before being eaten, although this may not eliminate the risk of infection, the AP noted.
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Michigan officials recommend purchasing salad mixes or whole heads of lettuce instead of pre-washed, bagged lettuce. Remove two to three leaves from the outer layer of the lettuce head before washing and cook vegetables when possible.
Fox News Digital’s Khloe Quill contributed to this report.
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Washington, DC – GLP-1 weight-loss drugs have become a prevalent part of American healthcare, and the current administration is getting behind the movement.
In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital at the Great American State Fair in the nation’s capital on July 6, CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz voiced his support for the use of GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) medications, such as Ozempic, for appropriate uses.
“I’m a fan of GLP-1 drugs when used correctly,” he said. “They do help people who are overweight lose weight quite effectively. They’re not a replacement for diet and exercise, but they might jumpstart the system so it’s easier for you to use healthier tactics.”
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This is especially helpful for those who may have trouble moving due to joint pain or are experiencing internal dysfunction, Oz said.
Certain GLP-1 drugs are covered by Medicare for overweight candidates with certain conditions, such as high blood pressure and diabetes, and Oz projected the benefits will continue to benefit taxpayers.
Dr. Mehmet Oz is pictured in Washington, D.C., at the Great American State Fair, where he spoke about federal health policy. (Angelica Stabile/Fox News Digital)
“We believe these are so effective in reducing conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes that they’ll actually save money for the federal taxpayer, because [they’re] going to make you healthy enough that you don’t have to consume health services,” Oz said.
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“We think about 70% of all the money we spend on healthcare is caused by chronic conditions, and obesity is the No. 1 driver of all that, so it’s a smart decision.”
Oz recently announced the launch of the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program, which will allow more seniors to access GLP-1 drugs for only $50 a month if they meet qualifying health criteria and receive prior authorization from a doctor.
The doctor expressed support for broadening affordable access to GLP-1 medications for Americans. (iStock)
“There are a lot of overweight people who don’t have high blood pressure, diabetes or other conditions, so they don’t get access to the drug normally,” he said. “We want them to have the ability to use it as well.”
Although these access shifts could boost Americans’ overall health — and in some cases could be lifesaving — Oz noted that there is “no silver bullet” when it comes to these medications.
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“I love the fact that the innovation that’s coming out of pharmaceutical companies is allowing us to save lives and make lives better,” he said. “But the real secret to longevity is eating right, exercising, sleeping, dealing with the stress of your life, finding some purpose in your existence [and] realizing you have agency over the future.”
“These are things that your mom would have told you [and that] you don’t need a doctor to be emphasizing.”
Medicating appropriately, combined with eating right, exercising and staying connected with others, can help make health goals attainable, the doctor said. (iStock)
While GLP-1s may not be a fix-all, combining these medications with foundational health practices “makes a lot of sense,” Oz said.
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“I don’t want people being fat-shamed … I don’t want you feeling guilty that you’re gaining weight even though everyone else around you seems to have figured it out,” he said. “It’s not that simple — our set points for hunger are different. We have different things going on in our lives.”
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“But if you realize how precious you are — the temple of the soul is so valuable. It’s the greatest gift your parents ever gave you, and you take advantage of every tool out there to make it work … which includes using medications when appropriate. That, to me, is MAHA.”
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