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the-real-satan-the-devil-of-hell · 8 months ago

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I want you to remember this you souless heathen. Knowledge is endless, right.

Do we know if we run on or require electricity for our human body to run (as in electricity itself to charge us)?. As far as we know, no. Is there a cure for cancer, as of right now? No.

Now. There is a reason for this part here below.

You were born,out of your mother womb into this... Shitty gods' or big bang creation of earth. You weren't created like we create ai in the sense of knowing every little detail (the ins and outs), starting from scratch etc. we don't know how much storage a human has or equals too.

You little puny human, grew up. You evolved, you learned things. Like draw, science, maths etc. What is required for you to function? How much food do you need? How long can you survive?

Puny humans are efficient(keyword here). You were born very efficient.

Take your eyes. Let's say it takes a picture of what you see. What file format?. Let say raw. It captures every detail that is visible ax1at that position. File size is less than a byte. That kind of efficient.

A smartphone or camera can take a raw image (dng, nef etc). It's owns way of capturing (different lens, bayer pattern etc). That raw image, at the moment, contain large amounts of potentially redundant data. Size between 10 mb to 30+ mb for a single raw image. It's not as efficient as the way humans process it.

Now. I want stupid ai to generate a realistic image of 1971 Dodge Challenger.

First I going to create the ai. I have train the ai on data in order to create the prompt. It require data such as millions of images of 1971 Dodge Challenger. Remember how the image was take, what it contains and size of those images. And, if I want to generate random (like from different angles), take from different sides/angles.

The details of the images is not as full as the eyes see an actual 1971 Dodge Challenger.

The amount of data(size) is huge. The file formats are not efficient to where like 1kb contain the entire information of a 1971 Dodge Challenger car as like real scale model. More than millions of petrabytes of data stored on like a server. All just for ai to output with just a mediocre image of just 1971 Dodge Challenger. That's it.

Face swap. Put perfect scrumptious Chris Pratt face over mother's dog disgusting Eloné Muskay's face. The current hardware such rtx 4090 and i9 14th gen. About 1-2 weeks of training to then use that data to start outputting a 5 second video. And it's mediocre and not good enough for me to want to use the ai.

I'll do it myself as I have the necessary tools, eyes, brain etc. to do it and I am efficient at it as well as efficient at using my body's resources. I can cut out frame by frame, I can use little amounts of images etc. all by hand. It may take a while but the results are much better.

Heck, if there is a new unidentified object/thing and not much in our current huge ever growing collection knowledge of information can help us identify it, how the fuck is ai going to identify it. What?, then name the fat bug-like monster with juicy ass, "glorksi cockupiss" or this rock-mermaid-like "titty titty clang clang". Let me real here.

it's to much data, size, storage, hardware, hardware upgrade etc. and I mean way to much. It's not even possible for the hardware requirements yet, to output any prompt, for even one person, that would be worth using/pleasing/realistic.

Now imagine a million prompts per hour. The amount of storage. It's beyond yottabytes of training data. Constantly upgrading storage for more space every second. You would have to build a robot that would run so fast. Faster than flash. Faster than saving Barry's mom before Barry (aka flash).

Huge hardware servers. Extreme amount of cost every second that they would have to shut the ai down and bankrupting the company.

You humans are efficient. You guys take your time. There is a reason things are still around like Tumblr. There is enough time for advancement in storage and hardware etc. , for the companies to upgrade and keep up with us (our posting, our work etc.)

Ai is useless ass shit that is so inefficient.

AI hasn't improved in 18 months. It's likely that this is it. There is currently no evidence the capabilities of ChatGPT will ever improve. It's time for AI companies to put up or shut up.

I'm just re-iterating this excellent post from Ed Zitron, but it's not left my head since I read it and I want to share it. I'm also taking some talking points from Ed's other posts. So basically:

We keep hearing AI is going to get better and better, but these promises seem to be coming from a mix of companies engaging in wild speculation and lying.

Chatgpt, the industry leading large language model, has not materially improved in 18 months. For something that claims to be getting exponentially better, it sure is the same shit.

Hallucinations appear to be an inherent aspect of the technology. Since it's based on statistics and ai doesn't know anything, it can never know what is true. How could I possibly trust it to get any real work done if I can't rely on it's output? If I have to fact check everything it says I might as well do the work myself.

For "real" ai that does know what is true to exist, it would require us to discover new concepts in psychology, math, and computing, which open ai is not working on, and seemingly no other ai companies are either.

Open ai has already seemingly slurped up all the data from the open web already. Chatgpt 5 would take 5x more training data than chatgpt 4 to train. Where is this data coming from, exactly?

Since improvement appears to have ground to a halt, what if this is it? What if Chatgpt 4 is as good as LLMs can ever be? What use is it?

As Jim Covello, a leading semiconductor analyst at Goldman Sachs said (on page 10, and that's big finance so you know they only care about money): if tech companies are spending a trillion dollars to build up the infrastructure to support ai, what trillion dollar problem is it meant to solve? AI companies have a unique talent for burning venture capital and it's unclear if Open AI will be able to survive more than a few years unless everyone suddenly adopts it all at once. (Hey, didn't crypto and the metaverse also require spontaneous mass adoption to make sense?)

There is no problem that current ai is a solution to. Consumer tech is basically solved, normal people don't need more tech than a laptop and a smartphone. Big tech have run out of innovations, and they are desperately looking for the next thing to sell. It happened with the metaverse and it's happening again.

In summary:

Ai hasn't materially improved since the launch of Chatgpt4, which wasn't that big of an upgrade to 3.

There is currently no technological roadmap for ai to become better than it is. (As Jim Covello said on the Goldman Sachs report, the evolution of smartphones was openly planned years ahead of time.) The current problems are inherent to the current technology and nobody has indicated there is any way to solve them in the pipeline. We have likely reached the limits of what LLMs can do, and they still can't do much.

Don't believe AI companies when they say things are going to improve from where they are now before they provide evidence. It's time for the AI shills to put up, or shut up.

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Exploring the Cancer Immunotherapy Market: Emerging Trends, Key Innovations, and Growth Opportunities - UnivDatos

Cancer immunotherapy has been considered the most revolutionary method in the field of oncology and has changed the cancer treatment paradigm. Companies have developed a promising type of treatment that recognizes the human body's immune system to identify and subsequently eliminate cancerous cells in patients with different types of cancer. As the understanding of cancer immunotherapy grows quickly, some of the recent trends and new developments in this area are following.

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Advancements in Checkpoint Inhibitors

· August 2024 – Merck announced that PD-L1 expression thresholds for certain advanced gastric, gastroesophageal junction (GEJ) and esophageal cancer indications for immune checkpoint inhibitors, including KEYTRUDA (pembrolizumab), Merck’s anti-PD-1 therapy, will be discussed during an upcoming meeting of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee (ODAC).

· August 2022 - Bristol Myers Squibb announced that OpdualagTM (nivolumab and relatlimab-rmbw), a new, first-in-class, fixed-dose combination of nivolumab and relatlimab, administered as a single intravenous infusion, was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients 12 years of age or older with unresectable or metastatic melanoma.1 The approval is based on the Phase 2/3 RELATIVITY-047 trial, which compared Opdualag (n=355) to nivolumab alone (n=359).

Checkpoint inhibitors have been among the prominent immunotherapeutic agents since they allow treatment to block proteins that suppress the immune system’s attack on cancerous cells. More recent discoveries in this regard are increasing the applicability of these drugs in treatment. For example, new checkpoint inhibitors are emerging to target further proteins apart from the most common PD-1 and CTLA-4 pathways. To this end, drugs that target TIM-3, LAG-3, and other novel checkpoints are in initial clinical trials and may have better positive results on patients who do not benefit from current therapies.

The Building Blocks For Extension of CAR-T Cell Treatment

CAR-T therapy or Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell treatment has brought about a new era of cures for some blood malignancies. This form of treatment entails modifying a patient’s T-cells in a way that the cellular receptors will detect the cancer cells. New directions are therefore aimed at applying CAR-T in solid tumors which were previously difficult to manage through this process. The strategies including dual-target CAR-T cells and combined therapies make efforts to improve the therapeutic outcomes and minimize the side effects of CAR-T treatments for solid tumors.

Emergence of Bispecific Antibodies

Bispecific antibodies are a recently developed category of therapeutics with the capability to bind two different antigens at the same time. This approach targets two sites, and this can help in increasing the specificity of treatment. The results of the newest clinical trials have confirmed the opportunities offered by bispecific antibodies for the treatment of numerous cancers, including hematologic malignancies as well as solid cancers. For instance, bispecific T-cell engagers are getting effective in the process of stimulating T-cells to assassinate cancerous cells more proficiently.

Artificial intelligence in the advancement of drug development

The AI technology is steadily being utilized in the enhancement of the cancer immunotherapies. Self-learning algorithms are being utilized to mine big data sets from clinical studies, genetics, and pharmacology. The objective of this technology is to find out the possible therapeutic agents, evaluate patients’ outcomes, and select the most effective treatment regimen. AI-converted methods enable responsible findings for immunotherapies and the selection of possible therapies according to patients’ characteristics.

Advances in Combination Therapies

The use of immunotherapy in conjunction with other approaches forms a subtopic that is currently receiving much attention. The use of checkpoint inhibitors in conjunction with targeted therapy, chemotherapy, or radiation seems to possess profitability in boosting treatment outcomes. Recent has shown that such combination approaches can bypass resistance mechanisms and add value to patients’ enhanced survival. For instance, the administration of PD-1 inhibitors with other reagents has generated various success in diverse cancer varieties, such as melanoma and non-small cell lung cancer.

Focus on Overcoming Resistance

This is one of the main problems and pitfalls regarding immunotherapy at the moment. Scientists are studying the causes of resistance, and the ways to counteract it at present. Several of these strategies are based on the concept of avoiding immune suppression that can be occasioned by tumor microenvironments. Immunotherapy can be combined with agents changing the activity of immune cells within a tumor; the tumor microenvironment can be modified or the immunotherapy can be tried after which other agents can be used to change immune cell activity in tumors.

Improved Utilisation and Equality in Treatment

Thus, as the range of applications of cancer immunotherapies expands, there is a rising interest in the ways to increase its availability and inclusiveness. There are ongoing attempts to make these from-out wonderful promising treatments reachable to a larger number of patients including those living in remote areas or from low-income households. Efforts need to be made to keep costs down, prevent treatment from becoming more complex than it needs to be, and raise awareness to make immunotherapy available to all who might benefit from it.

Biomarkers and Personalized Medicine: Novel Findings.

One of the main objectives is the identification of biomarkers that could help to identify patients with responses to immunotherapy. These biomarkers allow physicians to know which patients are likely to benefit from the therapies, therefore improving patients’ treatment plans. New developments in biomarker identification and verification are opening new possibilities for better immunotherapy approaches to work by patient and tumor properties.

Regulatory and Policy Developments

That is why the regulatory bodies have responded to the dynamics of Immunotherapy by making changes in the guidelines and approval of the different techniques. Various strategies are being adopted including simplification of the regulatory process relating to the approval of new immunotherapy drugs and combinations. Besides, the policies used to enhance the clinical trial models and obtain experimental treatments are beneficial in delivering new treatments to patients faster.

Future Directions and Outlook

There are enormous prospects for cancer immunotherapy to grow in the future because of constant progression and advancements. New technologies, new classes of drugs, and more utilization of combination therapies are likely to provide better solutions to the current issues and improve the outcomes. As this progress goes on, the ideal has been to develop new more efficient, targeted, and available options to treat cancer thus translating to increased survival and improved patient quality of life.

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Conclusion

In conclusion, immunotherapy is at the forefront of new cancer treatments, many breakthroughs are going to be driving the future of cancer immunotherapy. From checkpoint inhibitors to CAR-T cells and from integration of Artificial Intelligence and combinations this area of cancer therapy is moving fast. With time and more developments in research and new inventions in medical fields the chances to transform the way cancer is treated and provide patients a fresh lease of life increases. According to the UnivDatos Market Insights analysis, the rising number of cancer cases globally, advancements in research and development, high efficacy of immunotherapy, increasing investment and funding, advancements in biomarker identification, and rising regulatory approvals and accelerated pathways drive the Cancer Immunotherapy market. As per their “Cancer Immunotherapy Market” report, the global market was valued at USD 120 Billion in 2023, growing at a CAGR of about 10% during the forecast period from 2024 - 2032.

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Advanced Healthcare Services in Tamil Nadu: A Look into the Future of Medicine

Introduction

In the evolving healthcare landscape, technological advancements are redefining medical services, and Tamil Nadu is at the forefront of this revolution in India. As one of the nation's most advanced states in healthcare infrastructure, Tamil Nadu has been consistently recognized for its quality medical services, skilled professionals, and patient-centered care. With rapid developments in digital health, robotics, and sensor technology, the future of healthcare in Tamil Nadu promises to be more efficient, personalized, and accessible. This blog delves into the future of medicine in Tamil Nadu, focusing on how these innovations are Best Multispeciality Hospital in Tamil Nadu, improving patient outcomes, and addressing financial pressures on health systems.

Predicting the Future of Medicine

Predicting the future of medicine requires understanding both current trends and potential technological breakthroughs. Tamil Nadu, a state with a long history of medical excellence, is well-positioned to embrace the future. With its robust healthcare infrastructure, high literacy rate, and an ever-increasing focus on technological innovation, the state is ready for the future of medicine.

Several key trends are shaping the future of healthcare services. First, integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into diagnostic and treatment processes is revolutionizing how doctors approach patient care. AI-driven tools help healthcare providers make faster, more accurate diagnoses by analyzing vast amounts of medical data, including patient records, lab results, and even real-time monitoring devices. This predictive capacity enables physicians to intervene earlier, preventing complications and improving treatment outcomes.

Another trend is the increasing emphasis on personalized medicine. Unlike traditional approaches where patients receive standardized treatments, customized medicine tailors healthcare interventions to an individual's genetic makeup, lifestyle, and medical history. This approach holds great promise for patients in Tamil Nadu, particularly those suffering from chronic diseases like diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer, which are prevalent in the state. Genomic medicine, combined with AI and big data, could revolutionize how these conditions are managed and treated.

Furthermore, advances in biotechnology, including gene editing techniques like CRISPR, offer the possibility of curing previously untreatable genetic diseases. Tamil Nadu’s leading research institutions and hospitals are exploring these innovations, and it is anticipated that in the future, these techniques will become more widely available to the public, offering hope to countless patients.

Digital Health: Transforming Patient Care

Digital health, an umbrella term that includes telemedicine, mobile health apps, and electronic health records, is a key driver in transforming healthcare services. Tamil Nadu has already made significant strides in integrating digital technologies into its healthcare infrastructure, but the future promises even greater advancements.

Telemedicine and Remote Care

Telemedicine, a practice that gained prominence during the COVID-19 pandemic, has evolved into an essential component of modern healthcare. The ability to remotely diagnose, monitor, and treat patients has proven especially valuable in rural areas where access to specialists may be limited. Tamil Nadu's government has been proactive in expanding telemedicine services, and future investments are likely to make these services even more comprehensive and efficient.

In the coming years, telemedicine is expected to become more sophisticated, incorporating AI algorithms that can assist doctors in making diagnoses and recommending treatments. Remote monitoring devices, such as wearable health sensors, will allow patients to continuously track their vital signs, such as heart rate, blood pressure, and glucose levels, with the data being transmitted directly to healthcare providers. This will enable timely interventions, reducing hospital readmissions and improving patient outcomes.

Mobile Health Apps

Mobile health (mHealth) apps are also revolutionizing patient care in Tamil Nadu. These apps help patients manage their conditions, access health information, and communicate with healthcare providers. Future innovations will likely enhance the functionality of these apps, enabling more precise tracking of health metrics and seamless integration with electronic health records (EHRs).

Tamil Nadu could see the rise of AI-driven health apps that not only monitor patients but also predict potential health issues based on historical data. For instance, an app may predict a patient’s likelihood of developing hypertension based on trends in their activity levels, diet, and stress patterns, allowing doctors to intervene before the condition worsens.

Electronic Health Records (EHRs)

The widespread adoption of electronic health records (EHRs) in Tamil Nadu has already improved healthcare delivery by reducing paperwork and making patient information more accessible to providers. In the future, EHR systems will likely incorporate AI and machine learning algorithms to assist in predicting disease progression and suggesting treatment options.

Moreover, EHRs will become increasingly interoperable, enabling seamless data sharing between hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centers. This level of connectivity is essential for ensuring continuity of care, particularly in complex cases where multiple healthcare providers are involved.

Robotics and Sensors: The Next Frontier in Medical Technology

Robotics and sensors represent the next frontier in healthcare technology, offering the potential to improve both surgical precision and patient monitoring. In Tamil Nadu, these technologies are beginning to be integrated into advanced medical practices, particularly in multispeciality hospitals that focus on complex surgeries and high-risk treatments.

Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery is already being used in some of Tamil Nadu’s leading hospitals to perform minimally invasive procedures with a high degree of precision. These surgeries result in less pain, quicker recovery times, and fewer complications for patients. As robotic technology advances, these systems will become more autonomous, guided by AI, and capable of performing even more complex procedures.

For example, robotic-assisted surgeries in oncology, orthopedics, and cardiovascular care will become commonplace, reducing the margin for human error and improving patient outcomes. Tamil Nadu, with its cutting-edge healthcare institutions, is well-positioned to lead in this domain.

Sensor Technology for Patient Monitoring

Sensor technology is another key area poised for growth in Tamil Nadu’s healthcare services. Wearable sensors can monitor vital signs in real time, providing doctors with continuous data on their patients' health status. In hospitals, sensors can be used to track patient movements, detect falls, and even monitor infection risk.

The future of sensor technology will likely see the development of more advanced devices that are smaller, more accurate, and capable of detecting a broader range of health metrics. For example, sensors embedded in clothing could monitor heart rhythms, blood pressure, and oxygen levels, sending alerts to healthcare providers if any abnormalities are detected. In Tamil Nadu, where chronic diseases are prevalent, these innovations could be game-changing, allowing for early detection and intervention.

The Future of Health Systems: Adapting to New Realities

The rapid pace of technological advancements in healthcare is putting pressure on health systems worldwide to adapt, and Tamil Nadu is no exception. In the coming years, healthcare systems in the state will need to evolve to meet the changing needs of patients, particularly as the population ages and chronic diseases become more common.

Integration of AI and Data Analytics

One of the most significant ways health systems will change is through the integration of AI and data analytics. AI has the potential to revolutionize not only patient care but also administrative processes within hospitals and clinics. For example, AI algorithms can be used to predict patient volumes, optimize staffing levels, and even reduce waiting times in emergency departments.

Data analytics will also play a crucial role in improving population health. By analyzing large datasets, public health officials can identify trends and patterns, allowing for more targeted interventions. For instance, data on the prevalence of diabetes in specific regions of Tamil Nadu could be used to design public health campaigns aimed at preventing the disease and improving access to treatment.

Improving Healthcare Accessibility and Affordability

While technology promises to improve healthcare delivery, it also raises concerns about accessibility and affordability. High-tech treatments, robotic surgeries, and AI-powered diagnostics can be expensive, potentially putting them out of reach for many patients. Tamil Nadu's healthcare system will need to address these challenges by ensuring that the benefits of technological advancements are accessible to all, regardless of socioeconomic status.

Innovative payment models, such as value-based care, where providers are reimbursed based on patient outcomes rather than the number of services provided, could help address the financial pressures on the system. Tamil Nadu’s government may also need to invest in public-private partnerships to expand access to cutting-edge healthcare services in underserved areas.

Financial Pressures on Health Systems

Healthcare systems across the globe, including in Tamil Nadu, are under significant financial pressure due to rising healthcare costs, an aging population, and the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases. These challenges are compounded by the need to invest in new technologies and infrastructure to keep up with the evolving landscape of medicine.

Rising Healthcare Costs

The cost of healthcare is rising steadily due to the increasing complexity of medical treatments and the growing demand for healthcare services. This is particularly true in Tamil Nadu, where the state’s healthcare system serves a large population, including many people who require specialized care for chronic diseases. To manage these rising costs, healthcare providers will need to adopt innovative strategies, such as leveraging AI to streamline administrative processes and using digital health technologies to improve patient outcomes.

Managing an Aging Population

Tamil Nadu’s population is aging, and this demographic shift will place additional strain on the healthcare system. Older adults are more likely to suffer from chronic diseases and require frequent medical care, which can be expensive. The state will need to invest in geriatric care services and explore innovative solutions, such as remote monitoring technologies, to manage the growing demand for healthcare services.

Addressing Chronic Diseases

Chronic diseases, such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and respiratory disorders, are prevalent in Tamil Nadu, and managing these conditions is a significant financial burden on the healthcare system. In the future, digital health technologies, AI, and personalized medicine could play a critical role in reducing the impact of chronic diseases by enabling early detection, improving treatment outcomes, and reducing hospital admissions.

Conclusion

Tamil Nadu is poised to be a leader in the future of healthcare in India, thanks to its advanced healthcare infrastructure, skilled medical professionals, and early adoption of innovative technologies. As digital health, robotics, and sensor technologies continue to evolve, they will transform how healthcare services are delivered, making them more efficient, personalized, and accessible.

However, the healthcare system will also face challenges, including financial pressures, an aging population, and the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases. To overcome these challenges, Tamil Nadu will need to invest in new technologies, improve healthcare accessibility and affordability, and explore innovative models of care delivery. By embracing these changes, Tamil Nadu can ensure that it remains at the cutting edge of medical innovation, providing high-quality healthcare services to its population for years to come.

FAQ

How is digital health expected to transform healthcare services in Tamil Nadu?

Digital health will revolutionize healthcare in Tamil Nadu by improving access to care, especially in remote areas. Telemedicine will allow patients to consult doctors without needing to travel, while mobile health apps will help monitor chronic conditions in real-time. Electronic Health Records (EHRs) will streamline patient information management, ensuring that doctors have access to complete medical histories, and AI-powered tools will enhance diagnostics and treatment planning.

What role will robots play in the future of healthcare in Tamil Nadu?

Robotics will play a significant role in improving surgical precision and patient outcomes. Robotic-assisted surgeries will allow for minimally invasive procedures, reducing recovery time and complications. Tamil Nadu’s multispeciality hospitals are already integrating robotic systems, and in the future, we can expect AI-guided robots to perform more complex procedures with even greater accuracy.

What are the major challenges Tamil Nadu’s healthcare system faces in the future?

Tamil Nadu’s healthcare system will face several challenges, including rising healthcare costs, an aging population, and an increasing prevalence of chronic diseases. Financial pressures will grow as the demand for specialized and high-tech treatments increases. The healthcare system will need to find innovative solutions, such as value-based care models, to address these challenges and ensure accessibility for all.

How will sensor technology improve healthcare in Tamil Nadu?

Sensor technology, especially wearable devices, will improve real-time health monitoring for patients. These sensors will continuously track vital signs like heart rate, blood pressure, and glucose levels, allowing healthcare providers to detect issues early and intervene before conditions worsen. Sensors will also play a critical role in hospitals, improving patient safety by detecting falls and preventing infections.

What is the future of personalized medicine in Tamil Nadu?

Personalized medicine, which tailors treatments based on an individual's genetic makeup, lifestyle, and medical history, is set to transform healthcare in Tamil Nadu. With advances in genomic medicine and AI, doctors will be able to offer more precise, targeted treatments for chronic diseases like diabetes and cancer. This approach will result in better outcomes and fewer side effects compared to traditional, one-size-fits-all treatments.

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makamhasil · 1 year ago

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The Role of Big Data in Healthcare: Revolutionizing Diagnosis and Treatment

Big Data has revolutionized the healthcare industry for better diagnostics in the context of comprehensive patient data, disease prevention and telemedicine (in particular when using real-time alerts to help patients manage their own health through apps such as Fitbit’s One Drop or Apple’s HealthKit), integrating medical imaging for a wider diagnosis, creating predictive analytics, reducing fraud and improving data security, and most importantly, increasing patients’ involvement in their own care.

In addition, leveraging big data can allow medical facilities to reduce the number of unnecessary hospitalizations which initially may result in less revenue for the facility but ultimately saves lives and reduces cost for everyone involved. As a result, it allows the industry to move away from the fee-for-service model to a value-based model that can be more easily measured and delivered.

For example, the COVID-19 pandemic was a great challenge to the industry. During this time, hospitals across the country were inundated with patients seeking treatment for a new and dangerous disease. Fortunately, data scientists were able to utilize big data to predict trends in hospital techogle.co admissions and prepare accordingly. This allowed the hospitals to make operational decisions that avoided overcrowding in their emergency rooms and increased their ability to treat patients.

Another use of big data in healthcare is the Cancer Moonshot program, which was launched before President Obama left office with the goal of accomplishing 10 years’ worth of progress toward curing cancer in half that time. To help achieve this, researchers created a database of cancer treatment records from different institutions and combined them with genomic information to identify patterns that could be used to develop more effective drugs. The results of this research were published earlier this year and show that combining molecular data with existing clinical trials will dramatically accelerate the development of new medicines.

Healthcare big data also benefits research by providing access to larger, more varied datasets that can be analyzed with powerful computing power and statistical methods. This has led to more discoveries and breakthroughs, including a cure for HIV/AIDS and improved treatments for cancer.

A desire for personalized care is driving a growing trend towards the use of big data in healthcare to improve patient satisfaction and provide more targeted, relevant marketing. Healthcare big data enables providers to analyze customer and market data to identify best practices, deliver fully-personalized care, reduce costs, and drive growth initiatives.

However, leveraging big technology news data in healthcare can be challenging. For one, it can be difficult to assemble and analyze large volumes of data from multiple sources. Unlike retail and other industries, where data is stored in a single system, healthcare data is often spread across multiple payors, hospitals, administrative offices, government agencies, servers, and file cabinets. The process of aggregating this data requires a lot of work to ensure that it is accurate, complete, and consistent. Moreover, there are privacy and security concerns that must be addressed to prevent unauthorized access. Fortunately, the technology to overcome these challenges is available today and will continue to improve in the future.

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New Hope for Early Pancreatic Cancer Intervention via AI-based Risk Prediction - Technology Org

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New Hope for Early Pancreatic Cancer Intervention via AI-based Risk Prediction - Technology Org

The first documented case of pancreatic cancer dates back to the 18th century. Since then, researchers have undertaken a protracted and challenging odyssey to understand the elusive and deadly disease. To date, there is no better cancer treatment than early intervention. Unfortunately, the pancreas, nestled deep within the abdomen, is particularly elusive for early detection.

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To access a broad and diverse database, the team synced up with a federated network company, using electronic health record data from various institutions across the United States. This vast pool of data helped ensure the models’ reliability and generalizability, making them applicable across a wide range of populations, geographical locations, and demographic groups.

The two models — the “PRISM” neural network, and the logistic regression model (a statistical technique for probability), outperformed current methods. The team’s comparison showed that while standard screening criteria identify about 10 percent of PDAC cases using a five-times higher relative risk threshold, Prism can detect 35 percent of PDAC cases at this same threshold.

“The model uses routine clinical and lab data to make its predictions, and the diversity of the U.S. population is a significant advancement over other PDAC models, which are usually confined to specific geographic regions, like a few health-care centers in the U.S. Additionally, using a unique regularization technique in the training process enhanced the models’ generalizability and interpretability.”

“This report outlines a powerful approach to use big data and artificial intelligence algorithms to refine our approach to identifying risk profiles for cancer,” says David Avigan, a Harvard Medical School professor and the cancer center director and chief of hematology and hematologic malignancies at BIDMC, who was not involved in the study. “This approach may lead to novel strategies to identify patients with high risk for malignancy that may benefit from focused screening with the potential for early intervention.”

Prismatic perspectives

The journey toward the development of PRISM began over six years ago, fueled by firsthand experiences with the limitations of current diagnostic practices. “Approximately 80-85 percent of pancreatic cancer patients are diagnosed at advanced stages, where cure is no longer an option,” says senior author Appelbaum, who is also a Harvard Medical School instructor as well as radiation oncologist. “This clinical frustration sparked the idea to delve into the wealth of data available in electronic health records (EHRs).”

The CSAIL group’s close collaboration with Appelbaum made it possible to understand the combined medical and machine learning aspects of the problem better, eventually leading to a much more accurate and transparent model. “The hypothesis was that these records contained hidden clues — subtle signs and symptoms that could act as early warning signals of pancreatic cancer,” she adds. “This guided our use of federated EHR networks in developing these models, for a scalable approach for deploying risk prediction tools in health care.”

Both PrismNN and PrismLR models analyze EHR data, including patient demographics, diagnoses, medications, and lab results, to assess PDAC risk. PrismNN uses artificial neural networks to detect intricate patterns in data features like age, medical history, and lab results, yielding a risk score for PDAC likelihood. PrismLR uses logistic regression for a simpler analysis, generating a probability score of PDAC based on these features. Together, the models offer a thorough evaluation of different approaches in predicting PDAC risk from the same EHR data.

One paramount point for gaining the trust of physicians, the team notes, is better understanding how the models work, known in the field as interpretability. The scientists pointed out that while logistic regression models are inherently easier to interpret, recent advancements have made deep neural networks somewhat more transparent. This helped the team to refine the thousands of potentially predictive features derived from EHR of a single patient to approximately 85 critical indicators. These indicators, which include patient age, diabetes diagnosis, and an increased frequency of visits to physicians, are automatically discovered by the model but match physicians’ understanding of risk factors associated with pancreatic cancer.

The path forward

Despite the promise of the PRISM models, as with all research, some parts are still a work in progress. U.S. data alone are the current diet for the models, necessitating testing and adaptation for global use. The path forward, the team notes, includes expanding the model’s applicability to international datasets and integrating additional biomarkers for more refined risk assessment.

“A subsequent aim for us is to facilitate the models’ implementation in routine health care settings. The vision is to have these models function seamlessly in the background of health care systems, automatically analyzing patient data and alerting physicians to high-risk cases without adding to their workload,” says Jia. “A machine-learning model integrated with the EHR system could empower physicians with early alerts for high-risk patients, potentially enabling interventions well before symptoms manifest. We are eager to deploy our techniques in the real world to help all individuals enjoy longer, healthier lives.”

Written by Rachel Gordon

Source: Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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johnstevenmullaly · 2 years ago

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The Potential Benefits of Gene Editing

As technology advances, so does humanity's ability to manipulate the fundamental building blocks of human life. One such area of innovation is gene editing, a practice that allows for targeted modifications to the DNA sequence within cells.

Simply put, gene editing is a process that allows the cutting, adding, or modifying of sections of DNA sequences within cells. Different genome editing techniques, including zinc finger nuclease, transcription activator-like effector nucleases (TALENs), and clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats (CRISPR), are available. CRISPR has emerged as a game-changer in this field. CRISPR allows researchers to modify genes with previously impossible precision, paving the way for advanced treatments of genetic disorders. The technique has allowed researchers to edit the genome of cells in vitro, aiming to target and cure genetic defects that cause a range of diseases.

The benefits of gene editing are vast. Gene editing technology has the potential to prevent genetic conditions from being passed down from generation to generation, eliminating inherited disorders like hemophilia or Huntington's disease. Also, gene editing could prevent the transmission of genetic mutations, reducing the risk of illnesses predisposed to family history. This could help families avoid genetic testing, anxiety, and stress, making them less likely to inherit severe conditions.

Gene editing can help people live longer. By addressing genetic variables, scientists could prevent or minimize age-related diseases like cancer and heart disease. Gene therapy treatments could also boost the body's immune system, making it better able to fight diseases that come with aging and improving health, longevity, and quality of life.

Gene editing enables scientists to develop precision medicine tailored to an individual's genetic makeup. By modifying genes, gene therapy treatments could cure genetic diseases such as muscular dystrophy, cystic fibrosis, and sickle cell anemia, to name a few. Gene editing can also help treat conditions where current treatments are suboptimal, such as cancer, Alzheimer's disease, and HIV. Gene therapy can introduce healthy genes, or remove or repair faulty genes that cause diseases, offering hope to patients who previously had none.

It can also speed up the development and administration of therapies and help reduce their costs. It lets scientists make more accurate models of diseases in the lab. This makes screening potential drugs faster and easier. Scientists can use data to fine-tune treatments in real time instead of trying things out and seeing what works. This helps bring cutting-edge medicines to market more quickly.

Besides its usefulness in healthcare, genome editing may also find use in other fields. Gene editing can boost crop and livestock yields and reduce global famine. Producing crops that can withstand drought, for example, can also be a big step forward in agriculture.

However, with such great power comes significant responsibility. Ethical considerations surrounding gene editing are huge, requiring scrutiny and regulation. One primary concern is the potential for “designer babies,” where parents may seek to edit their offspring's DNA for non-medical purposes such as intelligence or physical traits. Another concern is the possibility of “off-target effects,” where unintended and potentially harmful effects occur due to the inaccurate targeting of DNA sequences.

Additionally, gene editing raises important moral questions related to the sanctity of life and humans’ ability to “play God.” It is vital for society to carefully consider these ethical concerns and develop appropriate regulations to govern the use of gene editing technology.

Gene editing represents a significant medical breakthrough, providing a promising avenue for developing groundbreaking treatments that can revolutionize healthcare. While the field is still relatively new, its immense potential has scientists and medical professionals excited about its possibilities. Gene editing may not be a silver bullet for all illnesses, but it is a powerful medical tool that promises to provide relief and hope for those who have previously struggled to find it.

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47billion · 6 years ago

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Big data has brought a revolution in the healthcare sector and now it has taken on cancer.

#healthcare #bigdata #cancer bigdataservices bigdatacompany #Big Data May Help in Curing Cancer

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thedannyphantomcookbook · 4 years ago

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The Phantom Origins

Okay, so I know probably a bunch of people have already done this, but I wanted to rewrite Danny Phantom, from just before he got his powers to maybe when he tells his parents.

I’m tired of waiting for a reboot that may never come, so here is what I picture the reboot would look like.

I’ve always thought it would be darker and more horrific, that the ghosts he fights are more monstrous and demonic.

That there would be a little bit more of a medical concern for Danny’s humanity being affected by his ghost half. Is he becoming more ghost like? Is he gradually getting sicker and sicker, and his ghost DNA ravages through his body like cancer?

Would Vlad be not only a sexist, creepy, abusive old man, but contains a thirst for deception and power that he poses a real, apocalyptic threat on Earth and the ghost zone?

Are ghosts actually the spirits of the dead? Or are they a different breed of human that lives in a completely separate dimension, that’s is layered and hidden within ours?

What about Danny’s mental health. He has to keep this big secret from his parents because he absolutely FEARS what would happen if they found it to the point he’s scared they wouldn’t believe he was their son and try to kill him as a result, or keep him hostage in the basement, slowly torturing him and dissecting him until he’s dead? What would the world think of him? A prophet? A demon? Would they accuse his parents for experimenting on their own children? He would have so much fear and anxiety that he’d have to be on edge all the time, falling into depression, panic attacks - not to mention the PTSD he’d get from it all while battle nightmarish monsters and the hanging question over his head of what he is now.

These are just SOME of the questions I’ve had that Butch Hartman will never answer. He set up such a great plot and characters but carried it out pretty poorly over the show (which may or may not be his fault since they wanted to keep it kid friendly.)

I hope to get into the deep and dark and nitty gritty details of Danny Phantom we’ve imagined but never get to see. I wrote the first chapter below, and I plan to write much more. :)

I hope you guys enjoy it!

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Summary:

Dr. Madelyn Fenton and her husband, Dr. Jackson Fenton, have just built the world's first portal to the Ghost Zone - an alternate dimension where undead linger for all eternity. The only problem is no one believes in what they are doing. The townspeople call them the Fenton Freaks and the rejection letters from the National Science Foundation are piling up. Not even their own children can tolerate their ghost obsession. Their 14 year old son, Danny, does what he can to separate himself from his parents. Mocked by his peers and judged by his teachers, he keeps his head down and stays out of the spotlight.

It comes as no surprise to Danny when his parents' machine fails to work on the first test run. Discouraged, they leave empty handed for the weekend to go to the Ghost Hunter's Expo, where they were expected to present their portal during their panel. As soon as his parents leave, Danny invites his friends over to give a tour of yet another one of his parents' failed experiments. When he gets dared to walk inside the machine, he triggers something that turns it back on, and for the first time ever, his parents have an invention that works. But that's the least of the surprises when Danny emerges from the portal himself...

To Whom It May Concern,

To the esteemed members of the National Science Foundation, myself, Dr. Madelyn Fenton, PhD., and my husband, Dr. Jackson Fenton, PhD., write to you today to consider us for the New Exploratory Scientific Research Grant Award. Our combined decades worth of research within paranormal scientific research fields have led us to believe that the “ghost” entities that haunt our very Earth, could in fact be the missing link to creating new technology, curing human illnesses, and prolonging human life on Earth.

The term “ghosts” is defined as a religious or spiritual being, or the hypothetical soul of the human body, separated from physical forms, usually that of a person recently deceased. Dr. Jackson Fenton and myself have a different theory about the “ghostly” entities that visit our Earth. We have sufficient evidence to prove that ghosts are in fact not the spirits of the dead, but an entirely new species of the human race. We believe they exist in an alternate dimension - a separate plane of existence that is not unlike ours. Recent developments have also shown the possibility of dimensional travel - we believe ghosts are able to pass through into our plane of existence for a temporary amount of time. Through our rigorous research, construction, and experimentation, Dr. Jackson Fenton and myself have created what would be a “portal” to this plane of existence, to the “Ghost Zone.” By exploring and studying the ghost zone, we could collect a limitless amount of research and data that could be used to benefit humanity for the rest of our existence.

We have provided within our application our twenty years of research and development, along with video recordings of our experiments as evidence of our work in progress, as we humbly request your consideration for the New Exploratory Scientific Research Grant Award.

Sincerely,

Dr. Madelyn Fenton, PhD. in Quantum Physics and Paranormal Studies

Dr. Jackson Fenton, PhD. in Theoretical Science and Paranormal Studies

From the Grants and Admissions Office of the National Science Foundation

To Dr. Madelyn Fenton and Dr. Jackson Fenton,

Thank you for your interest in applying for the New Exploratory Scientific Research Grant Award. The New Exploratory Scientific Research Grant Award (NESRGA) is an esteemed scholarship opportunity that looks to provide funding for ground-breaking scientific research to scientists working within small and local laboratories. After carefully reviewing your application and research, we have come to the regretful decision to decline your request to receive the NESRGA.

We unfortunately could not approve your request due to the following issues:

Insufficient or lack thereof evidence or proof of scientific research of ghostly entities and/or undiscovered species, the “Ghost Zone” dimension in which these entities exist, or possible travel to said “Ghost Zone.”

Insufficient of lack thereof peer review research and laboratory data.

Paranormal entities and alternative dimensional research is not recognized under the National Science Foundation as factual scientific work.

We are thrilled to hear that you share such enthusiasm, passion, and ambition in the pursuit of scientific exploration, research and development. You are a part of a wonderful community, and through your tireless efforts, you will help bring our Earth into the future.

We welcome you to apply for the NESRGA again next year.

Sincerely,

Barbara Keaton,

Director of Grants and Admissions

National Science Foundation

GHOST HUNTERS EXPO - THIS LABOR DAY WEEKEND

To Drs. Maddie and Jack Fenton,

We are excited to have you return to speak at the Ghost Hunters Expo this coming labor day weekend. We have reviewed your Ghost Zone Theory and we anticipate your presentation of your research.

Please note: due to new regulations we cannot allow the following into the convention center:

Ecto-infused food, inanimate objects, or animal mutations of any kind.

Alarm or defense systems that release a form of knock out gas, ectoplasmic goo, ectoplasmic foam, spoiled meats, or live rodents. All alarms and defense systems must be turned off while inside the convention center.

Samplings or gifts of homemade cookies or other food, beverages, or gifts to bribe the judges.

Disclosed weapons that are not a part of your presentation and/or not approved by the convention prior (we will have metal detections at all entry points of the convention hall)

Asking for audience volunteers unless approved by us prior your scheduled presentation time.

Ghost claims targeted towards convention guests, judges, or other presenters.

All presentations and inventions must have been tested and approved by a judge prior to your presentation time (i.e. no last minute or surprise inventions).

Fighting or displays of physical aggression.

Destruction of convention hall equipment, the building’s foundation itself, or other presenters equipment and or inventions.

We thank you in advance for your compliance and full understanding of the new regulations.

We look forward to seeing you!

Best,

Trevor Martin

Ghost Hunters Expo Coordinator

“Did you see this?” Jack Fenton asked, waving the notice from the Ghost Hunters Expo. He scoffed. “New regulations...I wonder who were the bimbos that made them enforce these rules.” He crumbled up the notice and threw it carelessly on the floor.

“How’s that portal coming, sweet cheeks?” he asked his wife.

Maddie Fenton was deep within a hexagon shaped chamber carved out of her laboratory converted basement wall. The interior was lined with a colorful array of wires and tiny blinking lights. At the end of the chamber, sheets of metal and hardware fanned in on itself. Maddie was kneeled on the floor, wrestling with a few cords.

“I’m just struggling to connect these last couple of wires,” she answered, pinching the two cords together. With a last bit of strain, the cords connected with a satisfying click.

Wiping the sweat off her brow, she came out of the chamber. “Hopefully that will stabilize the gravitational pull of the Ghost Zone once we get the portal running.” She briefly thought back to a dark memory from their college days when their first Ghost Zone prototype had malfunctioned and the toxins from the Ghost Zone leaked out of the portal, resulting in displacing one of her lab partners for the remainder of their college career.

“We got it this time, baby,” Jack said confidently. “There is no way we could make the same mistake twice.”

Maddie sighed as she walked over to the control panel to record the ecto-readings. “I just wish we knew for certain what had gone wrong that day. All of this guess work is driving me crazy.” She picked up her notebook and briefly reviewed her meticulously hand written notes before adjusting some dials.

“Okay,” she huffed, satisfied. “I think we’re ready for a test run.”

Jack clapped his hands. “Excellent! I’ll go grab the kids!” He ran to the basement steps and shouted, “Jazzy-pants! Danny! Get down here!”

A few minutes later both of their teenage children shuffled down the basement steps.

“Is this gonna take long?” Danny asked, disinterestedly. “Tucker and I were in the middle of planning our next battlefield strategies for Doomed. There’s only a few days left of summer vacation and we still have so much planning to do if we want to beat the other online players and achieve the seven Keys of Destiny.”

“And I was in the middle of an important breakthrough in my self therapeutic psychology research,” their daughter, Jazz promptly stated. In her hands she clutched an open copy anxiety and phobias workbook. “Did you know that high functioning anxiety in adulthood is caused by childhood trauma from never feeling safe in your own home? This would explain so much about me and Danny -” she paused in her speech when she saw the machine her parents were working on.

“Oh, no.” She snapped her book shut and pinched the flesh between her eyes. “ Please do not tell me you called us down here to witness another one of your experiments. Don’t you remember what happened last time?”

“Oh, Jazz, relax,” Maddie said, waving her off. “Those burn marks from the last ectoplasmic gun experiment healed eventually. And look!” She walked over to a closet in the back of the room and pulled out two polyester jumpsuits. “We made you both your own custom fitted, lab safe, jumpsuits!”

Jack appeared beside Maddie. “And we matched them with ours! Jazzy-pants, yours is teal to match your mother’s. And Danny, yours would have matched mine but the store didn’t have orange.” he held out a plain white jumpsuit with black gloves and boots.

“And I haven’t even shown you two the best parts!” he grabbed the jumpsuits from Maddie and spun them around. Crudely pressed onto the fabric of the jumpsuit was a cutout of Jack Fenton’s smiling face, emblazoned on the chest.

“Pretty cool, huh?” Jack grinned.

Jazz was the first to respond. “Dad there is no way you’re going to get me to wear that,” she said while backing away and shaking her head. “How about Danny and I will just go upstairs and you can call us down after you’ve tested it? That way we’ll be safe and not have to wear those hideous jumpsuits.”

Danny silently agreed with her while struggling to conceal his own disgust at the suits. It was one thing to be forced to wear a jumpsuit like his parents but it was an entirely different level of lame to have to wear his father’s face across his chest. What if his parents insisted he wore it all the time, like they did? Involuntary images of him becoming the laughing stock at his new high school was surfacing in his mind, more than he already was for being the son of the city’s eccentric ghost hunting husband and wife team. He was already struggling to stay above the pathetic nerd social ring in his class. They’d have to create an entirely new category of nerd just for him if he wore that suit. The thought of it made him want to crawl away in a hole and be left there to die.

“Mom, Dad, I have to agree with Jazz,” Danny said. “The suits are kinda...lame.”

“Oh, nonsense,” Maddie dismissed. “These jumpsuits are the latest fashion that every ghost hunter wants.”

“And when we reveal these babies with my face on them, everyone will be scrambling for one. We’ll be rich!” Jack stated proudly.

Jazz snorted. “Um, I somehow doubt that. Look, we’ll just go back upstairs and you two can let us know when it’s safe, okay?” She looped a hand around Danny’s arm and started pulling him away.

“Oh, no you don’t!” Jack clamped a hand on both of them and spun them back around. “You two are being given the chance to witness scientific history! And we are not going to let you pass up on this.” He tossed the jumpsuits to Jazz and Danny. They unwillingly caught them.

Jazz glowered at Danny. “If you take any photos and post them on the internet, I will kill you.”

Danny held out his suit reproachfully. His dad’s smiling face seemed to be laughing at him, like all of the students as Casper High will be if they ever found out about this.

“Don’t worry about it.”

A few minutes later, Jazz and Danny stood alongside their parents in their matching jumpsuits. Jazz stood with her arms crossed, silently fuming, her foot tapping impatiently. At her mother’s insistence, Jazz was forced to tuck in her long, red hair and wear the hair sealing head cover and thick, dark eye protection goggles that came with it. At equal height, Jazz and Maddie were identical in their suits.

At least Danny couldn’t match his dad. Jack’s suit was bright orange and about twenty sizes larger than Danny’s, due to his father’s obsession with Maddie’s homemade fudge and cookie inventions. Danny’s own white suit was slightly too large for him, and hung in odd places due to his skinny frame. He didn’t have to wear a hood and goggles like his sister either - another thankful shortage from the ghost hunter’s clothing warehouse. He picked at his dad’s pressed on face design on his chest as he waited for his parents to get the machine ready for its test run. His dad had tried ironing it on, but had done it poorly, so that with a bit of a tug, it was already beginning to peel off.

Jack and Maddie Fenton ran back and forth across the lab, double checking last minute calculations. Machines whirred and beeped around them, the hum of electricity warm in the stagnant air.

Danny had a good idea of how this was going to go. If this would be like any of their past experiments, it would fail miserably. The experiment would go haywire, probably spout ectoplasmic goo everywhere or accidentally giving ecto energy to the nearest food item. One year, their parents had tried making the Christmas Turkey in their newly invented Ultra-fast Instant Pot and instead infused it with demonic ghostly energy and reanimated it. Danny remembered hiding underneath the kitchen table as Jazz had to beat it back with a pastry roller, screaming for their parents.

The ghost zone portal was their most ambitious project yet. For most of Danny’s life, they had dinner table discussions, weighing mathematical equations and scientific chemical balances in hopes of being able to one day engineer the world’s first ghost zone portal. He was fairly surprised when he found out at the beginning of the summer that they were finally constructing it, and even more so when they claimed last night it was completed. They had been rushing to get it done in time to present it at the Ghost Hunters Expo this weekend.

He glanced at the table beside him looking at the pile of papers his dad had haphazardly stacked among the beakers and ghost weapons. Sitting on top of the stack was the rejection letter from the National Science Foundation.

“It means that they don’t think what they’re doing is science,” Jazz had interpreted for Danny after reading it when their parents’ back was turned. “And who could blame them? There is zero evidence supporting the existence of ghosts. It’s just superstition.”

That’s all it was. Superstition. And yet, his parents had at some point in their youth latched on to the idea that ghosts were more than a myth, and even though they’ve never actually seen one in person themselves, they were determined to prove ghosts were real. What amazed Danny the most is the amount of people who also believed in the same theory. In the years past when his parents had dragged him and Jazz to the Ghost Hunter’s Expo, the crowds always seemed to grow bigger and bigger. Scientists, hunters, enthusiasts, and even ghost cosplayers gathered under the same roof for a full weekend, exchanging theories, stories and footage of what they thought were ghosts. The most ridiculous rumor he had heard at the last ghost hunter’s convention was one of a young, blue haired female musician, who became an overnight sensation after one performance at a local carnival. She had also disappeared quite suddenly after the performance, which raised a lot of speculation. Ghost hunters claimed her unusually pale skin and hypnotic vocals were a part of her ghostly powers. Jazz had stated that it was simply because she was a successful female in the patriarchy they had to deem her as a ghost to explain it.

Danny didn’t want to say anything else after that.

“Jack,” Maddie called from across the room, typing away at a computer. “Did you remember to pour in the ecto-purifier?”

“On it, baby!” Jack cried while fumbling with a control panel. Danny watched as grabbed a can of diet cola, which sat next to the similar sized gray cylinder labeled “EP.”

“Uh, Dad?” Danny called. “I don’t think that’s the ecto-purifier.”

“What’s that?” Jack asked. He turned to look at the object in his hand and barked out a chuckle.

“Thanks, son! That was a close one.” He placed the can of diet cola down and picked up the correct cylinder. “Who knows what would have happened if we purified the toxic ghost energies with diet cola. Could you imagine?” He poured the bright green liquid into the appropriate chamber.

In the corner of his eye, Danny saw Jazz shake her head. “Idiot,” she whispered.

Jazz believed she was the only mature Fenton in the family. At some point during her high school career, she had decided it was up to her to convince her parents that ghosts were not real, and to force them to change their careers to something more normal or socially acceptable. She had tried to get them interested in just about any other scientific field she could think of, such as deep sea diving to discover creatures living on the ocean floor, to NASA’s space engineering program. When those didn’t work, she tried to build a case proving the psychological damage they were causing to her’s and Danny’s upbringing. Over the summer, when she wasn’t preparing herself for the SATs she’d have to take later that school year, she poured over every psychological book she could get her hands on from the library. No matter how many times she argued about the permanent damage her parents were inflicting on their amygdala by creating an unsafe environment for her and Danny to grow up in, their parents would say it’s all worth it for the sake of scientific advancement.

Danny tried desperately to stay out of their fights. Most days, he was too focused on trying to survive a day without being called “that ghost geek” by his peers, no matter how many times he told his classmates he didn’t believe in his parents’ work. Maybe it was because of his small, bony limbs that made it so easy for his classmates to mock him. Or the fact that his only two friends in the entire world were also considered a variety of nerd within the social climate. His best friend Tucker was a little too obsessed with the latest technology and his other friend, Samanatha - Sam for short - was the only school’s goth girl, who filled her entire personality and outlook with dark and depressing outfits and literature. In a weird way, it did make sense that the girl who loved to read about the dead, and the boy who loved technology, would want to be friends with the kid whose parents called themselves ghost scientists. Still, they were his best friends and he wouldn’t trade them for anyone else.

He had been telling them about the portal his parents were building all summer. Just like he was, his friends were also doubtful it would work. They deliberated about what the inventions would actually do. Tucker still brought up the time Danny’s parents were testing out an anti-ghost gravity spray, to temporarily make a ghost lose their flight ability. The morning they were testing it out, Danny had woken up in a hovering bed. It had shocked him so much, he fell off his bed and face-planted onto his bedroom floor, breaking his nose. At some point, Tucker and Sam started placing bets about the outcome.

“Maybe the portal will just blast a hole through the wall and you’ll send up in the Amity Park Sewer System,” Sam guessed last night after he told them his parents were getting ready for their first test.

“Bet you five bucks that Danny will lose all of his hair this time,” Tucker had joked.

He absentmindedly ran a hand through his exposed hair and briefly wished he had a head cover and goggles like Jazz. He couldn’t help but notice there was something different about his parents this time. They didn’t have the same, bubbly and excited energy they usually had when showing off a new invention. They seemed more focused this time. Even his dad’s goofy banter towards Maddie had taken a back seat as his dad frowned over the controls. It was weird to see his dad actually concentrating. Maybe it was the hundredth rejection letter they received from the National Science Foundation, or the pressure to present this weekend at the Expo, but it seemed like they were seriously trying to make this thing work. They did not want to fail.

“Okay everyone!” Maddie ran over and started waving her hands. “Backs up against the wall.”

Jazz sighed and turned to walk over to stand behind the boxed in yellow line, the “safe” spot in the lab. Danny thought a metal containment center with a viewing screen would have kept them safer, but supposedly his parents didn’t have time to build one. Danny followed his mother and sister.

“Almost…” Jack muttered at the controls, typing away. Suddenly there was a loud click that echoed off the basement walls. Machines roared to life and lights winked on. Inside the portal, the metal fans began to spin.

“YES!” Jack punched the air, triumphant.

“Jack!” Maddie called to her husband, gesturing towards the safe zone. He jogged over and squeezed himself in between his two kids.

“This is it!” he shouted over the noise, which was gradually becoming deafening.

All around the room, machines and computers turned on. Attached beakers and graduated cylinders filled up with green, bubbling liquid. A wall lined with dialers bounced up and down. Puffs of smoke expelled out of exhaust pipes. The portal itself began to crackle with electricity, its interior fans spinning faster and faster until it started emitting a bright green glow. The pressure in the room changed, popping Danny’s ears. He felt the tips of his hair begin to rise with the electric waves.

The whirring of the fans inside the machine began to ring out a high pitch squeal as the machine glowed brighter, and brighter, blinding Danny’s naked eyes. He squinted and held out a hand over his eyes, peeking through his fingers. The air around them grew warm and staticky. His father clamped a hand tightly on Danny’s shoulder, as if to hold him back from running away.

It was working. Danny couldn’t believe it. Not once in all of their years of inventing ghost machines and hunting equipment, they may have actually been able to build something that worked like they wanted it to.

What would this mean? That ghosts actually existed? That his parents were not the crackpot fools the town took them for? And if they did exist, there was the one question that no one has been able to answer.

Were ghosts dangerous?

He looked up at Jazz. Her expression was unreadable through the head covering. He looked at his parents, wild and furious excitement in their eyes.

Then, when it seemed like Danny’s ears couldn’t take much more of the screeching noise, a BOOM exploded from the portal. Light poured out of the machine and flooded the room. Danny yelped and turned away. Jack stepped in front of his family and hid them with his massive torso from the explosion. Then, very suddenly, the room went dark. Every light and machine that had been just buzzing with life, died. Danny’s hearing rang in the abrupt silence.

“What the heck?” Jack was the first to say something.

“I got a flashlight, hang on,” Maddie said next. Danny heard her fumbling around her utility belt and a small light winked on. She shined it around the room. Curls of smoke rose up from the machines. The glow from the ecto-purifier had also faded.

“I don’t understand,” Maddie said, dumbfounded as she gazed around the room. “This should have worked.”

“We checked every calculation,” Jack said, equally mystified.

“And tested every single machine.” She threw up her hands. “I even made sure the damn computers turned on!”

“Well, obviously, this wasn’t going to work,” Jazz suddenly said, her anger returning. “You guys were trying to open a portal to nothing . Because ghosts don’t EXIST.”

She ripped off the hood and goggles. “I’m going back upstairs to change and burn this stupid jumpsuit, and work on processing this trauma that you have inflicted on us, yet again.” Without waiting for her parents to respond, she stomped back upstairs, her footsteps echoing off the silent basement walls

Jack shook his head. “What is her deal?”

“Oh, never mind her, Jack,” Maddie said. “We need to figure out what went wrong. We only have a day until the expo and we promised to present this.”

Danny’s parents turned their back on him and began working to restore the power, jumping right into a deep discussion. Danny took the moment to quietly slip away back upstairs.

The second he was back into his room, he let out a long exhale. Suddenly remembering he was wearing the jumpsuit, he hastily ripped it off and then threw it in the trash bin in the corner of his room.

He flopped back onto his bed, and lay in the stillness of his room for a few minutes to collect his thoughts. He stared up at the plastic, glow in the dark stars and planets stuck on his ceiling.

He couldn’t believe there was a moment back there where he thought the machine was working.

He didn’t want to imagine what would happen if ghosts were real. There were no real scientific facts about them. All those convention attendees at the ghost hunters expo all had different theories about what ghosts are - the religiously damned, aliens, spirits with unfinished business, souls that died before their time, another species - no one could settle on a single argument.

But if they did exist, what would happen then? Would they swarm the Earth, like cicadas after their years long sleep? Would they haunt each and every home and building in towns and cities, and try to claim it as their own? Would the world be plunged into a ghost apocalypse, where every human had to fight for their own human survival and soul? Were ghosts malicious or peaceful?

His parents might be arrested for creating the portal in the first place, if it did turn out bad. Or the government might force them to work alongside them to rid the Earth of the ghost population. What would happen to him and Jazz? Would they be put into juvie, just for being the kids of the Fenton Freaks? Would they be put into foster care, once the government decided Jack and Maddie were unfit parents for him and Jazz?

What if the human population adopted a sick fascination of ghosts? Businesses would try to profit off the ghosts by selling fake anti-ghost protection devices or offer tours inside “haunted” houses. There might even be a community in which some would fall in love or even want to become a ghost themselves.

The world would become absolute chaos.

Danny shuddered at the thought. He didn’t understand what his parents saw in trying to prove their existence. What good would proving the undead existed bring to the world?

His anxious, spiraling thoughts were interrupted when his computer dinged. Danny got up and sat down at his desk. He wiggled his mouse to wake up his computer. Tucker had sent him a message.

Still have all of your hair?

Danny chuckled and wrote back.

Yep. Nothing happened though. But the power in the basement blew.

Damn , was Tucker’s response. And I had just invested in a 25 pack of markers to color your head in Lancer’s class when you fall asleep.

Danny laughed out loud. I can only imagine all the pensises you’d draw.

I had planned no less than 50. Two for each color.

Well I hope you kept your receipt cause I still have a full head of hair. Unlike you. Danny made a jab at Tucker’s own buzzed haircut. He had tried growing out dreads for the school year, but his mother forced him to shave it off after he got caught staying up on the computer way too late one night. She paid the barber to give him a military buzz cut.

Shut up, dude, Tucker typed back. While you were away not getting your hair fried off your scalp, I was devising up a new battle plan to defeat Chaos.

Danny smiled. Oh yeah? Lay it on me.

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writingpaperghost · 4 years ago

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There is a Me Who Can Become Strong (Chapter 14)

Chapter 14: A Knockout Puzzle!

How do you cure someone who doesn't want to be cured? Nico, Taiga, and Yuko find something out, though it seemed Nico already knew.

AO3: https://archiveofourown.org/works/32857183/chapters/83384770

Pacing about the room, Kuroto was grumbling something about how Para-DX’s new Gashat was a “bootleg game” and needed to be “erased”. Mu had to agree that Para-DX gaining a new and strong power up was definitely inconvenient, but maybe not quite so big of a deal.

For obvious reasons, Mu wasn’t paying Kuroto too much mind, instead turning his attention to his game of DoReMiFa Beat. At least, until he hears Kuroto say something along the lines of, “How did he even get that Gashat in the first place? It’s certainly the one I was working on…” Kuroto shoots Mu a look.

Jumping slightly – and missing several notes – Mu pauses and looks up at Kuroto, “I don’t know,” He lied, hoping that his terrible lying skills wouldn’t betray the fact he had an idea. To be fair, he didn’t know for certain how, just had a very good idea. “I mean, Para-DX obviously didn’t come and get it himself, that’s for sure.”

“No, no…” Kuroto grumbled, “You’re right. You would have said something if you had any idea.” Mu was just grateful that Kuroto believed him.

Kuroto paces over to his desk and picks up the last blank Gashat, once that looked a bit like two Gashats fused together. Unlike the one that Para-DX had acquired, it had no knob. “This Gashat will be for you, when it’s done.”

Mu blinked, “Really?”

“Yes, you can’t keep using the Prototype Gashat forever. Besides, with how easily Para-DX was able to defeat you, Level 3 clearly isn’t enough.” Finally, Kuroto sits down at his desk and begins clicking away at the keyboard. “I don’t want you getting hurt because you’re Gashats aren’t strong enough.”

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It wasn’t exactly like Emu was being the bearer of bad news, this time. If only because their patient didn’t really want to be treated anyway. At least with the Bugster, they could say it was just so no one else got infected. Still, Emu didn’t exactly like having to tell a patient that the Bugster infecting them got away. Not once, but twice.

Not that Mr. Shirakawa seemed to upset, “I’ve already accepted it,” He said. To some extent, Emu understood, that as far as Mr. Shirakawa was concerned, he’d die whether he was cured or not. Emu just couldn’t understand why he’d give up so easily.

Poppy and Saki watch him through the window. It’s clear that something is bothering Saki, who had a frown on her face. She briefly touches the locket that lays beneath her blouse, before sighing and shaking her head.

Peering over at her, Poppy asks, “Is something wrong, Saki?”

“Emu… I wonder just what happened with that Gashat earlier?” Saki spared Poppy a glance, bringing her finger up to tap at her chin. She returns to staring at Emu through the window, “It was blank. Yet when he tried to use it… It suddenly wasn’t anymore.”

“What?” Poppy gasped, “You mean he gave a Gashat data?”

“So it seems,”

Emu leaves the patient room and they can soon here him walking up the stairs. There’s a frown on his face, but it almost looks like he’s in thought, rather than upset. Saki can’t help but wonder…

Just what was going on with him? It wasn’t just the Gashat, either. He didn’t use a Gamer Driver – according to Poppy he couldn’t – and both her and Poppy are worried because they’ve only seen him eat once, and that was the cake at Christmas. Certainly, it could be nothing, but between everything, she was worried. Was Emu okay, or was there something else going on that he hasn’t told them?

Looking at her, Emu asks, “Saki, do you think you could operate on his cancer?”

At the out of the blue question, Saki could only blink, for a moment. “What-?” She shakes her head, “It doesn’t matter, Mr. Shirakawa doesn’t want it operated on. It’s his choice and we can’t do otherwise.”

“Alhambra attacked you, didn’t he? Specifically, you.” At Emu’s question, Saki slowly nods, unsure at what point he was getting at. “So obviously it’s what would cause Mr. Shirakawa the most stress. Saki, you’re a genius surgeon, if anyone could operate on his cancer, it would be you. But if something happened to you, then the chances that the surgery could be successfully performed greatly decrease.”

Saki crosses her arms, “Don’t call me a genius surgeon… though you’re right that I may be able to successfully operate on him.” She shakes her head, “As much as I’d love to, he doesn’t want it and it isn’t my choice.”

“Is that it?” Emu wonders, looking down to meet Saki’s eyes, “Or is it you’re afraid. Worried that you might fail to save him too?”

At his words, Saki recoiled, “That’s not it at all!”

Poppy jumps between the two, waving her hands frantically, “Come on! Let’s not argue like this!”

Taking a step towards them, Emu continued, holding his hand out towards Saki, “Give me my Gashats back, then, I can do my job,” There’s something off about the look in his eyes, something almost… inhuman. “Regardless of if you do yours.”

They stare at each other, for a moment, before finally, Saki sighs, pulling out his Gashats, “Fine.” She hands them to him, “Don’t mess this up, intern.”

“Wouldn’t dream of it,” He grinned.

---

“Mr. Shirakawa,” Saki begins, “I would like to remind you that I could operate on your cancer.”

Mr. Shirakawa scoffs, “There’s no reason to risk a failure on me,”

At that, she stiffens, before responding, “It’s not a risk of failure,” She says, “It’s performing an operation on someone who could benefit from it. If it doesn’t work, then you won’t be in any worse of a position. If it succeeds, then you’re better off.”

He doesn’t respond, so Saki continues, “Don’t think of it as a possible failure. Choose based on whether you would like to take the chance to live.”

---

Alhambra attacks Seito this time, though Emu’s more than prepared to deal with him. Now that he has his Gashats back, he actually has option, instead of having to rely on a Gashat he only just got earlier today.

Emu intercepts Alhambra outside the hospital, to the annoyance of the Bugster, “Where’s Brave?”

“She’s in an operation, right now,” Emu answers, pulling out Mighty Action X, “That’s alright, though. You have me.”

Mighty Action X!

Level up! Mighty jump! Mighty kick! Mighty-Mighty Action X!

Weapon in hand, Emu knows what to expect this time and there’s no Gemn or Ex-Aid to distract him. He dodges out of the way of Alhambra’s fire, countering with a few shots from his gun. Switching to axe mode, he runs towards Alhambra and slashes.

Jumping back, he pulls out the Bakusou Bike Gashat.

Bakusou Bike!

“Please help me, Kiriya,” He can’t help but think.

His use of the Gashat summons Bike Gamer, who looks uncomfortably like Kiriya’s Level 2. Still, getting on, he shoves the Gashat into his axe and drives at Alhambra.

Bakusou Critical Strike!

They soon arrive at a shipyard, Emu getting off of Bike Gamer when he sees Kuroto and Ex-Aid. Alhambra was still standing, even after the critical strike, but Emu hadn’t expected it to defeat him anyway.

“Well, well…” Kuroto stalks forward, the Buggle Driver on his waist and Dangerous Zombie in hand. Ex-Aid stays still, watching. “Time to destroy the bootleg games.” Emu can only assume he’s talking about his newest Gashat.

Dangerous Zombie!

Buggle Up! Danger! Danger! (Genocide!) Death the crisis! Dangerous Zombie!

Despite Kuroto transforming, Ex-Aid doesn’t, instead choosing to move out of the way and off to the side, next to Alhambra. Gemn holds the Gashacon Sparrow, separating it into two. Emu attempts to block the slashes, but his axe can only block one at a time. Soon Emu was knocked back, his transformation disappearing.

Combining the Gashacon Sparrow once more, Gemn aims it at him and says, “Now just hand over the Gashat so I can delete the games,” When Emu doesn’t do anything, he growls, “Don’t disobey the game master!”

“There’s an operation going on, Gemn,” Emu finally says, producing the Perfect Puzzle/Knockout Fighter Gashat. “Don’t interrupt.” He twists the knob to the side.

Knockout Fighter!

Dual Up! Explosion hit! Knockout Fighter!

Emu punches the Gashacon Sparrow, making Gemn stumble back. He separates the weapon once more and slashes, attempting to hit him. Emu raises his fists and blocks the attacks, before responding with a kick. The two trade blows, though it’s clear that Emu has the upper hand.

He knocks Gemn down, though his transformation wasn’t canceled. Emu doesn’t want to risk Gemn getting back up and interfering with him defeating Alhambra more, so he begins to walk forward, about to attack again. At least, until Ex-Aid slides in, already placing the Gamer Driver on his waist.

“Ex-Aid!” Gemn calls from behind him, but Ex-Aid doesn’t respond. Instead, he pulls out two Gashats. Emu’s started to realize that instead of one black and greyscale Gashat and one regular black Gashat, there were two black and greyscale Gashats in Ex-Aid’s hands. He wasn’t using Giri Giri Chambara?

Mighty Action X!

Drago Knight Hunter Z!

Do-Do-Drago Kni-Kni-Kni-Knight! Dra! Dra! Drago Knight Hunter! Z!

A grey version of Hunter Gamer appears, landing on Ex-Aid’s shoulders and becoming armor, just like with the complete Drago Knight Hunter Z Gashat. Except, that was clearly the Prototype Gashat. And Masamune had said that using it the same way as the completed Gashat should have been impossible. So how had Ex-Aid…?

Emu’s knocked off his feet by Alhambra’s fire spell. Of course, he’d forgotten about the Bugster. Ex-Aid must have planned for Alhambra to attack while Emu was distracted. Rushing towards Emu, Ex-Aid swipes with the bladed arm of Hunter Gamer’s armor, slashing him in the chest.

It didn’t hurt much, but it was definitely going to be a problem trying to deal with all three of them. Emu dodges tail of Ex-Aid and sees that Gemn’s getting up. Grabbing his Gashat, he twists the knob to the other side.

Perfect Puzzle!

Ex-Aid jumps back.

Dual Up! Get the glory in the chain, Perfect Puzzle!

It seemed Emu was going to need to get more creative. Thankfully, while Knockout Fighter seemed to be good for brute force, Perfect Puzzle gave him a bit more freedom and more options.

Gemn steps in front of Ex-Aid, “Let’s let Alhambra deal with this,”

Seemingly startled, Ex-Aid said, “Uh, why?”

There wasn’t really time for Emu to listen to the answer, instead, he focused on Alhambra. If neither Gemn nor Ex-Aid were going to interfere, he shouldn’t waste any more time. Saki was operating of Mr. Shirakawa and so was he.

He dodges out of the way of Alhambra’s attacks, he rearranges the power up items around them and…

Perfect Critical Combo!

Utilizing the power ups, Emu’s attack destroys Alhambra. He notices the data is sucked up, following the path to see it entering the Bugvisor. Gemn, holds it up, like he was showing it off, then, dropping his transformation turns to leave.

“Come on,” He calls to Ex-Aid, “We got what we came here for. Besides, the Riders can’t control fate.”

Ex-Aid seems equally as startled and confused as Emu. After a moment, he too cancels his transformation, hurrying after Kuroto. Emu wonders if he should chase after them, but chooses not to. He wants to see if the surgery went well…

When he drops his transformation, he gasps, feeling an unexpected pain. He wasn’t sure why but… He could see small amounts of glitching across his arms and chest. He couldn’t go back to the hospital, he needed to get home and rest. He’d just call Saki later or something. He begins to stagger home.

---

“Okay, so he has a weird new Gashat,” Taiga notes, having just finished watching Emu fight Alhambra. Nico had dragged him out to see it, because she needed him to understand how odd Emu’s new Gashat was.

“That’s what I told you! He said that Graphite gave it to him. I don’t know about that…” Nico shakes her head, “But I do know it was blank when he first tried to use it.”

“Well it’s not blank now-” Taiga’s cut off by a sudden gasp coming from Emu’s direction. The two look back and just barely catching the end of Emu’s coat as he rushed off. “We have to check up on him,” Taiga hissed.

Nico’s head snapped to his direction, “What? Why?”

Taiga rolled his eyes, “That was a gasp of pain, Nico,” He told her, “Emu could be hurt.”

She… didn’t doubt that was a possibility but… But there was another option, at least partially. Not that Nico was going to tell Taiga that one. “Okay, fine, then let’s get going.”

She was honestly hoping that they weren’t able to find him.

While Taiga went one way, Nico went another, since neither of them knew which way Emu had gone for sure. Taiga thought he might be heading back to the hospital, so he went in that direction. Nico didn’t think so, though. So she went another way.

It wasn’t long before she found Emu, though, leaning against the wall, almost in a daze. “Taiga!” She calls, hoping Taiga isn’t so far away he can’t hear her, “I found him!” She runs up to Emu and tries to help him stand, though before she even makes it he passes out. She winces, but goes to his side regardless.

Then she sees the glitching, like when he’d defeated the Dragon Bugster. Or like what Kiriya had told her about. She hoped that Taiga hadn’t heard her. Though the oncoming sound of thumping boots told her otherwise. Well, she’d just have to hope that he didn’t notice the glitching.

“Why didn’t he head back to the hospital?” Taiga wondered, crouching beside her.

“I don’t know,” Nico shrugged, though she had some ideas, “But he’s unconscious now… We should take him back to the clinic. It’s closer.” Truthfully, she just didn’t want to risk Saki seeing the glitching. Nico could deal with Taiga finding out, but she wasn’t so sure she or Emu could deal with Saki.

Taiga picks Emu up and throws him over his shoulder, carrying him back to the clinic. Once they’ve returned to the clinic, Taiga puts Emu on one of the patient beds, about to start his examination.

At least, until he’s interrupted by Yuko barging into the room, “There you two are-” She stops herself when she sees Emu, “Oh, did I time this badly?”

“A bit,” Taiga grunts.

Yuko took a moment to examine Emu, “Oh, that’s the guy taking up most of your stalker board,” She notes, “Or like, all of your stalker board.”

“It’s a theory board, and that’s M,” Nico tells her, “And he’s not the only one on there. There’s a bit of a terrible photo that’s of someone else.”

Shoving her hands in her jacket’s pockets, Yuko shook her head, “No way, that’s clearly just him with a different haircut and clothing,” She doesn’t give Nico much time to think about what Yuko’s just said, though, as Yuko just continued on, “And hey, I’m no expert, but generally, people aren’t supposed to glitch, right?”

With a roll of his eyes, Taiga responds, “Yeah,”

“So then it’s probably bad that M there is glitching, huh?”

Taiga spins in his chair, turning towards Emu. The glitching has grown more prominent now, revealing pink, black, and blue clothing beneath. There’s some glitching in his hair that turns it darker and more curly. For a moment, Taiga just stares, before grabbing Nico’s Gamescope off of the desk.

Nico can’t stop him from pointing it at Emu and scanning. Two strains pop up, Perfect Puzzle and Knockout Fighter. Taiga groans, “That new Gashat must have somehow infected him, and with two new strains too.”

With a sigh, Nico figures she should explain, “It’s not that the Gashat’s affected him, Taiga. Really, it’s more the other way around.”

He narrows his eyes at her, “What do you mean?”

“M’s not infected with Game Disease,” Nico says, “The reason he can’t use a Gamer Driver, the reason that he was able to change a blank Gashat to a completed one is… He’s a Bugster.” As if on cue, the glitching dissipates, mostly, leaving behind what can only be Emu’s true appearance. Dark curly hair, shorter than before, a black coat with pink sleeves. Blue and grey shirt beneath his coat, and purple-pink pants with a block pattern down the legs, almost like Tetris.

Both Yuko and Taiga stare in shock, before Taiga turned to looks at Nico, “How did you know that?”

“Kiriya told me, on Christmas.” Nico explained, “He found out after we defeated Graphite. I’d had my suspicions but…”

She doesn’t say much else, instead, Emu begins to stir, before sitting up and rubbing his head. He pauses for a moment, stares at his hand and arm, then realizes his appearance. “Oh,” He said quietly.

Nico grinned, “Have a good sleep, M?”

Emu suddenly twists positions so he could see her. Then he takes in the rest of the room. “Fuck,” He says, “Just… fuck.”

“Oh,” Nico blinked, “M can really swear, huh?”

“Shut up, Nico.”

Taiga examined Emu for a moment, “Well at least you don’t seem to be hurt…”

Ignoring him, Emu just hesitantly looks between Taiga and Nico. Finally he sighed and asked, “So you know I’m…?”

“A Bugster?” Taiga finished, “Yes.”

“Please don’t tell Saki.”

“She deserves to know,” Taiga countered. Nico wasn’t going to say much on the matter. She thought that Emu should tell Saki too, or at least that someone should. She wasn’t entirely sure why Emu didn’t want to tell people, though she figured it had something to do with being used to keeping it a secret and probably even a bit of fear. After all, they did fight Bugsters. Though he did also work with one in Poppy.

“I know,” Emu agrees, “But… Well shouldn’t she learn from me?”

Yuko squints at him, “You would probably chicken out and not tell her,”

Giving Yuko a baffled look, Emu asks, “Who is she?”

“Yuko’s a friend of mine,” Nico explained, “Feel free to ignore her if you want.”

“Hey!” Yuko protested, “I bet I’m not even wrong!”

“That’s not the point!”

Emu blinked, then turned his attention back to Taiga as Nico and Yuko began to bicker a bit, “Please don’t tell Saki, not yet. Let me do it.”

Taiga just groaned, “I’m giving you until the end of tomorrow. If I find out you haven’t told her, major disasters notwithstanding, either me or Nico will tell her.”

After considering for a moment, Emu nods, “Okay,” He says, “I’ll… I’ll tell Saki tomorrow.”

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IS SPACE EXPLORATION REALLY WORTH IT? Space VS Other Flaws

By: Virginia González, Maria Camila Gutierrez, Juan Sebastian Larios, Isabella Silva and Eduardo Leon. Group 1. 8C.

Space exploration has always been an interesting topic (especially now with the race to Mars), but they never told us the side effects of this. It is not any secret that space exploration is not low-cost or easy to perform and develop, but have you ever wondered in what things we could use the money spent in space exploration for? For example, this money could be used for investment in other major situations like poverty and cancer. The amount of economic resources being used will be compared with other major situations that should be prioritized, but are not. Even though Space Exploration is useful because it has helped in many areas such as medicine, science, energy, and the environment; the nations of the world should not spend that immense amount of money on space exploration which is not our top priority right now, instead we should focus in other major risks and flaws, such as hunger, COVID-19 or education.

NASA’s budget increased 3% compared to last year, this could be seen as a small amount but is a 7 million difference, for example, in 2020 NASA’s budget was 22.6 billion dollars, but now in 2021, their budget is 23.3 billion dollars (Society, 2020). Problems on Earth are huge and there are so many that we can't even count them, we have climate change, hunger, overpopulation, underdevelopment, among others. But still, some countries take as a priority exploring or establishing a human presence on other planets. The US is the world’s largest investor in space at 58% of the world total, with China, France, Russia, and Japan following in that order. The US budget for space in 2020 totaled $48 billion, whilst China continued to maintain its second-place ranking, with an estimated $8.9 billion budget. France has also continued to increase its space budget, topping European national spending to overtake Russia as the third largest investor with a $4 billion budget envelope dedicated to space in 2020 (News Desk, 2020). Also, according to studies, in 2020 there are between 88 and 115 million poor people, and as amazing as it sounds there is a solution that could eradicate poverty. According to one study made in 2017 by Anthony Clunies Ross, we could eradicate poverty by just spending approximately $1.5 billion dollars (this study was made in 2017, but this amount couldn't grow much from 2017 to 2020, so we could still eradicate poverty). This is related to space because as we saw before, countries are used to spend billions of dollars on space exploration when they could make a found and end poverty by 2045-2050 according to studies. In addition, some places protest against the launches of rockets, for example, the ones in Kourou and Cayenne, the major cities in one of the poorest French overseas departments, where almost 40% of the population lives in average poverty, the highest murder rate in all the country, and the unemployment rate around 30%, which is more than double that of the mainland France. This French department is located in South America bordering Brazil near the equator, and it uses the Space Center there, to be easier to send space rockets to the equatorial geostationary orbit taking advantage of the angular momentum of the earth's rotation. France technically uses the territory for the Guiana Space Center, spends millions in observatories, launches, and researches while the rest of the population (almost three hundred thousand) lives in misery, this territory is almost completely forgotten by the French government. The amount of money spent in the Guiana Space Center near Kourou has alarmed the poor people in Cayenne and near urban areas and almost all the department and has created multiple protests and blocked roads of workers that refuse to live in such distress while the space center spends millions that could help them in jobs, in education, security and other multiple services, and even though the Government has sent ministers and has promised to help the place with several billion euros, things still haven't changed.

As an interesting fact, when you compare the money spent in space and the money spent on other different things like Cancer or COVID-19, the difference is huge. Let’s see how many monetary resources are or have been invested in cancer research with how much is or has been invested in space exploration. Before beginning, let’s clarify that the money that has been invested in cancer research, has not been given by the government but with donations that people have made. In 2019 a group of people helped to invest more than 145.9 million dollars in cancer research and since 1946 there has been a total of more than 4.9 billion dollars for research. Now let’s see how much budget has been invested in the space faculty. In 2019, 18 countries spent at least 200 million dollars on space-related activities and a total of 22.3 billion has been invested in 479 space companies since 2009. This means that in just 10 years there have been more than 17.4 billion dollars in space in comparison with what cancer research has made in 73 years. If we compare how much NASA has been requesting and using compared to the research for the cure of Covid-19, we can see a gigantic difference, currently, the Covid-19 vaccine has received 3.400 million dollars from donations and the vaccine is already done, meanwhile NASA asked for a profit of 135.000 million dollars for projects in 2020, and past years (without donations) NASA earns 20.000 million dollars in a year. In other words, NASA makes and asks for huge amounts of money in critical times.

Even though space explorations are not the best thing ever, as explained in the past paragraphs, space exploration still has many advantages such as the different accomplishments they have done in the past decades, which are important and mind-blowing. These different advancements have moved humanity into more steps every single time. For example, technological development done by many intelligent people who have been able to expand their skills and contribute to humanity with what they do with companies like NASA, they have been helping in areas like medicine, transport, public safety, energy, and the environment with projects and gadgets like "Improved solar panels, implantable heart monitors, light‐based anti‐cancer therapy, cordless tools, lightweight high‐temperature alloys used in jet engine turbines, cameras found in today's cell phones, compact water‐purification systems, global search‐and‐rescue systems, and biomedical technologies." (NASA. 2013) which are now of great importance to humanity. Another advantage it has is that the data found by scientific research in space is leading to different discoveries with benefits to life on earth. Some ongoing research from the ISS in areas like "human physiology, plant biology, materials science, and fundamental physics – continues to yield insights that benefit society. For example, studies of the human body’s response to extended periods in the microgravity environment are improving our understanding of the aging process " (NASA. 2013) that is one of the problems that humans face and that prevents them from having a longer life and achieving more things. Also, “Fundamental scientific studies of the Martian environment, its evolution and current state represent important benchmarks of terrestrial planetary evolution, and hence, provide a model that some scientists believe will aid our growing understanding of climate change processes on Earth.” (NASA. 2013) It is vital to stop climate change because if we don't, many disasters around the world could happen affecting us all.

Space Exploration centers and everything related to the advancements of technology in our knowledge of the cosmos has made the Homo sapiens understand a ton of information we didn’t know a few hundred years ago, in an era like ours, our humanity has learned more than in any other time about space, and every single year there's more and more. Every single part of it is extremely useful and supportive, but there are still some things that may be a little more important, and even though space is an interesting topic that still has millions of things left to discover, there are still situations and problems right now around the globe that should be more prioritized, risks to our species. Millions and millions of money are spent by big countries such as the United States, China, France, Russia, or Japan are simply exaggerated, and they could decrease it and use it in other environments, not just in the space exploration faculty. Global warming, overpopulation, the increasing hunger and droughts, the injustice, the lack of education, the bad health care and the hundreds of diseases, and much more are a huge threat and should be taken care of, every single one of them, in every place of the world. In a few years, all these problems will grow and grow until there’s no way back, and we should all work together and use the economic resources we got to try to solve them, it's not the time to waste money, and were are not saying that the space exploration is a waste of money, but when there are so many problems moving around, space shouldn’t be the number one spot of interest.

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FORTUNE. (2019, August 5th). 50 Years After the Moon Landing, Money Races Into Space. Retrieved from https://fortune.com/longform/space-program-spending-by-country/#:%7E:text=That’s%20just%20on%20the%20government,to%20investment%20firm%20Space%20Angels.

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Our analysts and business experts will work directly with you to grasp your necessities and give you customized data in a brief period of time. The Health Care trade is predicted to have Positive impression as a result of spread of COVID-19 virus.

Even if the unfold of virus is contained, we expect that it could take greater than two quarters to succeed in a traditional state of financial activity. Companies such as Institut Straumann supply a broad range of prosthetics for the restoration of compromised enamel in addition to to complete the implant options.

The company makes use of CADCAM technology for the manufacturing of veneers, in-lays, crowns, on-lays, and bridges. The firm also provides digital options package, together with guided surgical procedure, and intra oral scanning.

Zinc oxide eugenol has the bottom compressive and tensile strength in relative to the remainder of the liners thus this lining ought to be limited to small or non stress bearing areas similar to Class V cavities.

This cavity lining is commonly used with a high power base to offer energy, rigidity and thermal insulation. biological material Zinc oxide eugenol can be utilized as linings in deep cavities with out inflicting hurt to the pulp, due to its obtundant impact on the pulp as well as its bactericidal properties due to Zinc.

However eugenol might have an effect on resin based mostly filling materials because it interferes with the polymerization and sometimes causes discoloration, thus warning ought to be taken when utilizing both in tandem.

Commonly used as luting brokers or as cavity base supplies, however they are typically rubbery during its setting reaction and adhere to stainless-steel devices thus most operators would like to not use them in deep cavities.

Generates a comparatively excessive pH surroundings round area surrounding the cement due to calcium hydroxide leaking out thus making it bactericidal. It also has a novel effect of initiating calcification and stimulating the formation of secondary dentine because of an irritation effect of the pulp tissues by the cement.

The purpose of that is to protect the dentinal tubules and the sensitive pulp, forming a barrier-like construction. After drilling the caries out of the tooth, the dentist applies a skinny layer (approximately 1/2mm) to the bottom of the tooth, adopted by gentle curing.

Elasticity- Elastic impression supplies are utilized in patients with deep undercuts because it should be flexible enough to reach the end-level of the undercut. Rigidity- Inelastic impression supplies are used with patients with shallow undercuts.

However, because of its low compressive power it is unable to face up to amalgam packing thus a strong cement base materials should be positioned above it to counter this.

Calcium silicate-primarily based liners have turn out to be options to calcium hydroxide and a most well-liked material amongst practitioners for its bioactive and sealing properties; the fabric triggers a organic response and ends in formation of bonding with the tissue.

Commonly used as pulp capping agents and lining materials for silicate and resin-primarily based filling supplies. Lining supplies serve as an insulating layer to the tooth pulp from sudden changes in temperature when the affected person takes sizzling or cold meals, protecting it from potential pain resulting from thermal conductivity.

Lining materials protect the weak tooth from submit-operative hypersensitivity, lowering affected person discomfort and permitting the tooth to heal at a quicker fee after the process. Dental lining materials are used throughout restorations of enormous cavities, and are positioned between the remaining tooth construction and the restoration material.

Industry gamers have incorporated several strategies to remain head and shoulders above others within the competition and in addition suffice the customers burgeoning needs. It permits the bought product to be shared amongst all workers of your group no matter their geographical location. It allows the bought product to be shared among 5 individuals inside your group at most.

Still, they are usually thought of good materials to use for root caries and for sealants. The bond of composite resin to tooth, is especially affected by moisture contamination and cleanliness of the ready surface. Other supplies may be selected when restoring tooth the place moisture control strategies usually are not efficient.

Composite resin fillings are a combination of powdered glass and plastic resin, and may be made to resemble the looks of the natural tooth. Although cosmetically superior to amalgam fillings, composite resin fillings are often more expensive.

Bis-GMA primarily based resins comprise Bisphenol A, a identified endocrine disrupter chemical, and will contribute to the event of breast most cancers. However, it has been demonstrated that the extremely low levels of bis-GMA released by composite restorations do not cause a big increase in markers of renal damage, when compared to amalgam restorations.

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For a few of one of the most powerful medications, the examinations were also pricey to perform at amateur level. Readus's wish to go quicker was at the root of his use of medications, and also a big part of the advantage was mental. Staite was as well old to transform specialist, and also even with the medicines he was a nation mile off the best in the sport. Despite how far from the elite they are, however, athletes who dope frequently appear to wish to make a step up to the next degree of speed as well as competitors, whatever it might be. Envision they're the same sort of medications that shamed bicyclist Lance Armstrong was banned for utilizing to win 7 Tour de France titles. Now imagine that a few of the fastest motorcyclists in this pleasant local competitors have actually utilized medicines to boost their efficiency. The British Army takes a zero-tolerance approach to compound misuse.

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Readus located that a lot of the recommendations about dosages as well as discovery he got was inaccurate, meaning some athletes failed medications tests despite all their efforts. For endurance athletes, the medications that were preferred 10 years earlier are still the ones that are preferred today. Ultimately EPO is just completely matched to boosting efficiency. Olympic biker as well as former doper David Millar identified the very same phenomenon-- vitamin injection became his entrance to medications.

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Mechano growth variable which is stemmed from IGF-1 as well as helps with tissue fixing and adaptation. Development hormones like AOD-9604, which has fat burning buildings as well as is utilized by professional athletes to boost power-to-weight ratios. Performance as well as image enhancing medications are taken by people who desire to improve their physical appearance and/or enhance their toughness and also showing off efficiency. Basically UKAD acts on tip-offs, just like police, with discussion forums and websites selling medications a main source for finding prospective culprits. Do not be fooled into thinking everything you review online is true, though.

Medications impact the fitness as well as dependability of service individuals as well as have a harsh effect on operational performance. Fail a medications examination, as well as you can anticipate to be discharged from the solution. Professionals such as physiotherapists suggest people on how to enhance muscles after an injury or procedure. They will assess the client and offer recommendations as well as instruct them in workouts that can be used to reinforce particular muscle mass teams. Muscle mass are attached to bones so strong muscles can sustain joints and various other components of the skeletal system. For individuals who wish to build the stamina of their muscular tissues for health and fitness gains, they might consult an individual trainer that can customize an exercise program to the private with objectives to safely function towards.

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WE ARE CURRENTLY IN HELLS PIT OF FIRE AND MISERY…

How did we get here?

2020 is shaping-up to be quite a year; we lost Kobe an important figure to sports yes, but more importantly a role model for black fathers and especially fathers to beautiful brown skinned girls. Now we have COVID, deaths, social distancing and possibly (and I shudder at this thought) mandatory vaccines in the near future.

Many people lack the vitality and life-force energy required to participate in a democracy. This is not by accident. It was designed this way.

There is a long history of manipulation of the human race at the hands of the 1% of the 1%- this is what I predict will happen on the other side of COVID;

Travel will become more of a nightmare than it already is. More abuse at the hands of underpaid/overworked security personnel and undignified body searches. I worked in aviation for over 10 years- if you still believe that Arab men flew those aircrafts into the Pentagon and World Trade Towers you are ignorant of the concept of protected air space. The planet’s only Superpower had comprehensive protected air space before, during and after the “attack” on America. Military and law enforcement of this great land long adopted the motto of “shoot first, ask questions later” long before Bin Laden was a spec in his father’s testicles. Besides, who spends more on their military and the protection of their own country than the world’s Superpower?

Already, we are subjected to unnecessary liquid restrictions- you can’t even bring a tub of hummus onboard with you...pause for reaction. If you choose to believe that restricting liquids has saved your life, I invite you to watch a lighthearted episode of “Adam Ruins Everything” where they covered ‘security theatre’ designed to provide you, the average citizen, with little more than a false sense of security. And if you look at what constitutes a ‘potential terrorist’-it’s a pretty broad net covering how you wear your baseball cap all the way to facial hair grooming standards. Seems like legalized stereotyping, unless of course you’re a polished white male in corporate America.

But perhaps in the fight against mandatory vaccines- even the average white male may find himself in the trenches with us.

Will it be vaccines passports or vaccines with hardware implanted in our bodies? Will we eventually replace handheld passports for data stored in a fingerprint, retina or swab sample? Is that where we’re headed to already? Let’s keep things in perspective, shall we? Thousands of people died on September 11th. Millions more have died at the end of a gun- but the policy makers are very selective with what tragedies they will amplify and how they’ll pick and choose (based on their own agenda) when to introduce new bills or change laws. So even though innocent children die every single year in the greatest country on earth- purchased votes by the NRA (formerly the KKK) prevent amendments to the Second Amendment. Ain’t that something? An Amendment that can’t be amended. You’d think it was written by God and not men. Illusions of grandeur coupled with idolizing the forefathers of America is the exact opposite of being Christian, spiritual, a person of faith, etc. The is the same type of fandom associated with pre-adolescent girls and boy bands.

An inside job designed to illicit fear of a common enemy (and weapons of mass destruction) became justification for us giving away many of our personal freedoms (i.e. fingerprints scans, eye retina scans, mass surveillance by our smart phones, email providers, search engines, CCTV, etc.). Does this sound familiar? It’s happened before and millions were executed as a result. Hitler wanted complete control of his people- unwavering compliance and that’s exactly where we are headed if The Gates Foundation and the WHO have anything to say about it. China is already practicing this type of population control with their face-recognition software and social behavioural grading system that assigns citizens a credit score that impacts your ability to navigate everything in your life from career, to housing to who and how one travel. Is this what we want? Who benefits? Not you, not I.

There is growing evidence that COVID is a man-made (military controlled) virus. To many this may seem utterly ridiculous. I would invite you to research this information as discovered by numerous holistic doctors (who have been censored on Google but are searchable on Qwant, a reliable search engine free from the prying eyes of Google surveillance. If you’re wondering why the government would allow for something like a manufactured virus to be unleased on it’s on citizens let me help you. It begins with big pharma and ends with decreasing the human population.

As it stands today over 300,000 people have died- not from COVID but from underlying health issues. Like an episode of Black Mirror- doctors and health professionals are threatened if they don’t adhere to naming COVID as the cause of death. It doesn’t take a genius to observe that the overwhelming majority of people that contracted COVID recovered because they did not have underlying health issues. The Italian Parliament recently went viral for stating this. I’ll say it again, the COVID virus does not kill. Ask any self-respecting health professional/scientist that is not on the receiving end of grants issued by big pharma. Even the CDC has been corrupted, pick-up a copy of Marcia Angell’s book; The Truth About the Drug Companies: How They Deceive Us and What to Do About It. Marcia Angell was the first woman to serve as Editor-In-Chief at The New England Journal of Medicine, the most influential science journal in the world. She’s done her part to warn us of how drug companies collude not for the benefit of the public, but for their own gain. History will show unequivocally that the real tragedy was not COVID- but the mandatory vaccines that have polluted our bodies for years with unsafe levels of heavy metals, formaldehyde, MSG and more to render your well enough to stay alive and on medications until you die. Newer vaccines will also render you sterile. That is the pandemic we’re headed towards.

Big pharma is greater and more powerful than any government on the planet. And what’s more, they’ve purchased almost every single politician there is to be purchased. In medicine, the first rule is ‘Do no harm’. In Aviation the first rule is ‘if we don’t know, we don’t go’. Thousands of people have had their lives permanently changed when their once healthy children were exposed to vaccines that left them autistic, some children have even died. Unless you can prove without a shadow of a doubt that vaccines are not harmful and toxic (which they have not proven) why do we agree to subject perfectly healthy, clean bodies to foreign matter? And no, vaccines did not eradicate polio- you can still catch that shit. The difference is more people have access to clean food and water today than ever before. As more and more countries develop, more of the planet’s population can practice better hygiene. Vaccines have cured nothing. Measles, malaria, hepatitis are still around!

Fun fact: the US government actually owns more patents of the measles virus than anyone else. Something to chew on.

Are we going to roll over and pretend that the supposed benefits of a vaccine for a non-lethal virus outweighs the damage is can have to the nervous system and reproductive functions of millions of people? We’re already dying a slow death with pollution in the air, water, food and soil we’re consuming. A great portion of the population is already unable to conceive naturally- which is your body’s way of telling you your currently too sick to create new life. So, what do we do? We employee fertility specialists to implant us with embryos instead of addressing the foundational causes and habits for our body’s rejection of bringing new life to our sick planet.

The world’s population is nearing 8 billion- very few people have died during this pandemic relative to deaths associated to lung cancer, breast cancer, heart disease, medical drug overdoses, etc. It’s sad that we lost anyone. I live in Brooklyn, New York so I’m not removed from the collective loss we’re experiencing. Let’s also take a moment to step back and take a deep breath. This was never a reason to make us anxious, depressed and fearful of each other. This is how they separate and then conquer us. And it’s certainly not a reason to change our way of living and give away more personal freedoms (that were fought and paid for).

I’m calling on citizens of the world. Stand-up! We are many in numbers- they are few. Don’t let them violate you or anyone else in a way that is not humane.

One last interesting fact to research- the United States Supreme Court or Congress (depending on which article you come across) that vaccines are ‘unavoidably unsafe’. And the kicker? If you or a loved one are damaged from a vaccine you can’t sue the vaccine manufacturers. How’s that for democracy?! Look it up for yourselves, but not on Google.

Stay up!

Alkali Yogi

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Occupational Probiotic T-50 Health - What Is The Big Picture Of Oh?

Why are americans so worked up about fitness care reform? Statements which includes "don't contact my Medicare" or "all people have to have get right of entry to to nation of the artwork fitness care no matter cost" are in my opinion uninformed and visceral responses that suggest a bad know-how of our fitness care system's history, its modern-day and future resources and the investment demanding situations Probiotic T-50 the usa faces going ahead. whilst all of us marvel how the fitness care system has reached what some talk over with as a disaster level. permit's attempt to take a number of the emotion out of the controversy via in brief examining how fitness care in this usa emerged and the way that has shaped our questioning and lifestyle approximately fitness care. With that as a foundation allow's study the pros and cons of the Obama administration fitness care reform proposals and allow's examine the principles placed forth by the Republicans?

get entry to to state of the art fitness care offerings is some thing we are able to all agree might be a good component for this united states. Experiencing a extreme illness is one in every of existence's principal demanding situations and to face it with out the approach to pay for it's far positively scary. however as we will see, as soon as we understand the data, we will locate that accomplishing this purpose will now not be clean without our character contribution.

those are the topics i can touch directly to try to make a few experience out of what's happening to American health care and the steps we can personally take to make things better.

A recent records of american fitness care - what has driven the charges so excessive?

Key elements of the Obama fitness care plan

The Republican view of health care - loose market opposition

conventional access to state of the art health care - a worthy goal but now not clean to gain

what are we able to do?

First, allow's get a touch historic attitude on American fitness care. Probiotic T-50 Review is not supposed to be an exhausted check out that records however it'll deliver us an appreciation of how the health care device and our expectancies for it developed. What drove charges better and better?

to begin, permit's turn to the yank civil war. In that war, dated processes and the carnage inflicted by way of modern-day guns of the era blended to cause ghastly consequences. no longer usually regarded is that most of the deaths on each aspects of that warfare have been now not the result of real fight however to what happened after a battlefield wound became inflicted. initially, evacuation of the wounded moved at a snail's pace and this induced severe delays in treating the wounded. Secondly, many wounds have been subjected to wound care, associated surgical procedures and/or amputations of the affected limbs and this often resulted in the onset of massive infection. so you might survive a warfare wound most effective to die on the hands of hospital therapy companies who although well-intentioned, their interventions have been often pretty lethal. high dying tolls can also be ascribed to everyday illnesses and illnesses in a time whilst no antibiotics existed. In general some thing like 600,000 deaths happened from all reasons, over 2% of the U.S. population on the time!

permit's bypass to the first half of of the 20th century for a few extra attitude and to carry us as much as extra modern times. After the civil battle there have been consistent improvements in American medicinal drug in both the understanding and treatment of positive diseases, new surgical strategies and in medical doctor education and schooling. however for the maximum part the satisfactory that docs should provide their sufferers changed into a "wait and see" method. medicinal drug may want to manage bone fractures and increasingly try volatile surgeries (now in large part accomplished in sterile surgical environments) but drugs were no longer but available to address serious illnesses. most of the people of deaths remained the result of untreatable conditions which include tuberculosis, pneumonia, scarlet fever and measles and/or associated complications. medical doctors have been increasingly aware of heart and vascular situations, and most cancers however they had nearly nothing with which to treat these conditions.

This very fundamental review of yank clinical history helps us to understand that until pretty currently (across the 1950's) we had truely no technology with which to deal with extreme or even minor illnesses. here is a essential point we want to understand; "not anything to deal with you with manner that visits to the doctor if at all have been relegated to emergencies so in this sort of state of affairs prices are curtailed. The easy truth is that there has been little for doctors to provide and consequently clearly not anything to pressure health care spending. A 2nd factor retaining down fees became that medical remedies that were furnished have been paid for out-of-pocket, meaning through manner of an people personal assets. there was no such aspect as medical health insurance and truely no longer health insurance paid by using an organization. except for the very destitute who were lucky to find their manner into a charity medical institution, fitness care charges were the duty of the person.

What does fitness care insurance ought to do with health care costs? Its effect on fitness care fees has been, and stays to at the present time, really sizeable. while medical insurance for people and families emerged as a way for corporations to get away salary freezes and to attract and hold personnel after world warfare II, nearly in a single day a terrific pool of money became to be had to pay for fitness care. cash, as a result of the availability of billions of dollars from medical insurance swimming pools, recommended an modern the usa to growth scientific studies efforts. greater americans have become insured now not handiest through private, organisation backed medical health insurance but via improved government investment that created Medicare and Medicaid (1965). further funding became available for multiplied veterans fitness care benefits. locating a cure for almost whatever has therefore come to be very moneymaking. this is also the primary motive for the tremendous array of treatments we've available nowadays. To Know More Probiotic T-50 online visit here https://supplementspeak.com/probiotic-t-50/

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New hope for early pancreatic cancer intervention via AI-based risk prediction

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New hope for early pancreatic cancer intervention via AI-based risk prediction

MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) scientists, alongside Limor Appelbaum, a staff scientist in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC), were eager to better identify potential high-risk patients. They set out to develop two machine-learning models for early detection of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), the most common form of the cancer. To access a broad and diverse database, the team synced up with a federated network company, using electronic health record data from various institutions across the United States. This vast pool of data helped ensure the models’ reliability and generalizability, making them applicable across a wide range of populations, geographical locations, and demographic groups.

Using AI to detect cancer risk is not a new phenomena — algorithms analyze mammograms, CT scans for lung cancer, and assist in the analysis of Pap smear tests and HPV testing, to name a few applications. “The PRISM models stand out for their development and validation on an extensive database of over 5 million patients, surpassing the scale of most prior research in the field,” says Kai Jia, an MIT PhD student in electrical engineering and computer science (EECS), MIT CSAIL affiliate, and first author on an open-access paper in eBioMedicine outlining the new work. “The model uses routine clinical and lab data to make its predictions, and the diversity of the U.S. population is a significant advancement over other PDAC models, which are usually confined to specific geographic regions, like a few health-care centers in the U.S. Additionally, using a unique regularization technique in the training process enhanced the models’ generalizability and interpretability.”

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The path forward

Jia wrote the paper alongside Applebaum and MIT EECS Professor and CSAIL Principal Investigator Martin Rinard, who are both senior authors of the paper. Researchers on the paper were supported during their time at MIT CSAIL, in part, by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, Boeing, the National Science Foundation, and Aarno Labs. TriNetX provided resources for the project, and the Prevent Cancer Foundation also supported the team.

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