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Hearing aids and artificial intelligence

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the science of developing machines, particularly computer systems, to perform tasks that require human intelligence. “AI is an umbrella term to cover any technology that attempts to mimic human decision-making,” according to Kevin Seitz-Paquette, Director of the Phonak Audiology Research Center (PARC) at Sonova Group in Chicago. We hear of AI being used everywhere in our computers, phones, TV and all types of communication technology. AI algorithms — a process or set of rules used for solving a problem or performing a computation — enable ...

Is breast surgery right for you?

Thousands of women each year report looking and feeling better and having more confidence as a result of breast surgery. Whether you want a cosmetic change to improve feelings about your appearance, you want the size of your breasts reduced to address back pain and other medical concerns or ...

How to spot the signs of alcohol poisoning, and what to do

When does intoxication cross the line into alcohol poisoning? Knowing the difference between these two conditions could help you save a life. Alcohol poisoning happens when someone drinks too much alcohol in a short time. But a person with alcohol poisoning is more than tipsy. They may ...

Is aspirin good for your heart?

Can an aspirin a day keep the heart doctor away? Aspirin has been a mainstay in medicine cabinets for more than a century for its ability to relieve pain, reduce fever and combat inflammation. And in the last few decades, it has been celebrated for another remarkable benefit: Aspirin is a ...

Supporting a loved one with cancer

If someone you care about has cancer or another potentially life-threatening diagnosis, you may struggle with what to do. Amid feelings of sadness, disappointment, and even anger, there’s also a desire to say and do the right things to bring comfort and hope to your loved one. As the ...