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Google's artificial intelligence is showing promising results in breast cancer detection. In testing, the software logged fewer false positives and false negatives than radiologists.

A project at Yale University has developed a nasal delivery method that could go beyond use for the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

A new bivalent booster shot for COVID-19 is being administered at pharmacy chains in the Kansas City area and will soon be available at local health departments. Should you get one if you've already had a booster?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration are set to consider authorizing a new “bivalent” vaccine as early as this week. The Platte County Health Department is preparing for the new shot by assessing community needs.

To date, the Canna Convict Project has already secured the release of 8 Missouri citizens from prison.

Hope for COVID 'long-haulers' comes with new treatments and research

Area medical professionals believe vaccinating Black Kansas Citians will be critical to curbing the pandemic in the area.

A group of area researchers, faith leaders and health agencies will receive $1.9 million to expand COVID-19 testing and education efforts at African American churches.

Even as pharmaceutical companies announce high success rates in their most recent trials, life won't return to normal anytime soon.

Kansas congressman's wife and KU's Alzheimer's Disease Center expert offer updates on Dennis Moore and medical advancements.

An update on national and local coronavirus vaccine trials, and the latest on Alzheimer's research and therapies.

Traditional clinical trials often include white patients predominantly, but a diverse pool of participants can help make new vaccines more effective across demographics.