A Tool That Finds 3x More Breast Tumors, and Why It's Not Available to You
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Discover a groundbreaking tool for breast tumor detection in this 22-minute TED talk. Learn how Dr. Deborah Rhodes and a team of physicists developed a technology that is three times more effective than traditional mammograms for women with dense breast tissue. Explore the life-saving potential of this innovation and uncover the complex web of politics and economics that have prevented its widespread adoption. Gain insights into the challenges of bringing revolutionary medical technologies to mainstream use and the implications for women's health. This thought-provoking presentation sheds light on the intersection of medical innovation, healthcare policy, and patient advocacy.
Syllabus
Deborah Rhodes: A tool that finds 3x more breast tumors, and why it's not available to you
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TED
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