Women less likely to screen for breast cancer over false-positive mammograms

False-Positive Mammograms Impact Women's Screening Behavior

A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of California-Davis has brought to light a significant issue in the field of breast cancer screening. The study reveals that false-positive mammograms, which are initial positive results that do not result in a cancer diagnosis, are likely to deter women from further screenings. Sep 3, 2024
Developers driving GDP growth in AI era

AI-Driven Developers Set to Boost Global GDP: GitHub CEO

AI is transforming software development, with India set to become the largest developer community globally by 2027. AI adoption could boost global GDP by over $1.5 trillion by 2030, according to GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke. Sep 2, 2024
India's manufacturing growth eases in August, stays above long-run average

India's Manufacturing Sector Maintains Resilience Amid Slowdown

India's manufacturing sector growth has slowed, but remains above the long-run average, according to HSBC India's PMI data. The sector's resilience and strategic planning are crucial to India's $10-trillion ambition, with focus areas including semiconductors, electronics, electric vehicles, renewable energy, and defence. Sep 2, 2024
New SHe-Box portal to create workplace safer, more inclusive for women

SHe-Box Portal: A Leap Towards Safer Workplaces for Women

The Union Ministry of Women and Child Development (WCD) has launched a new Sexual Harassment electronic Box (SHe-Box) portal. This initiative comes amid rising violence against females in the country and is seen as a critical step forward in addressing workplace-related sexual harassment complaints. Sep 1, 2024