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AI models can predict cancer survival from facial photos, study finds

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Researchers have developed artificial intelligence models capable of predicting cancer survival rates and biological age from a single facial photograph. These models were trained on millions of images, including data from cancer patients, and analyze specific facial features to make predictions. While promising for diagnostics and potentially democratizing healthcare, experts caution that the technology is not yet ready for clinical use and needs further validation to prove its added clinical value beyond existing doctor assessments. AI

IMPACT This research could lead to new AI-driven diagnostic tools, potentially improving early detection and treatment planning for various diseases.

RANK_REASON The cluster reports on a new study published in a medical journal detailing AI models for health prediction. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=1.0]

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AI models can predict cancer survival from facial photos, study finds

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    Can a photo help predict if you’ll survive cancer? Researchers think so https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://globalne ws.ca/news/12112035/how-a-selfie-predicts-cancer

    Can a photo help predict if you’ll survive cancer? Researchers think so https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://globalne ws.ca/news/12112035/how-a-selfie-predicts-cancer-outcomes/

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