Researchers designed an AI-driven system that could boost the safety and speed of minimally invasive surgical procedures by rapidly matching X-rays captured during surgery with a patient’s preoperative 3D medical scan.

(WASHINGTON, Sept. 16, 2026) — Iron deficiency is one of the most common health conditions in the world, but many people live with symptoms for months or years before receiving a diagnosis. To address this critical unmet need, the American Society of Hematology (ASH) issued new clinical guidance to improve how iron deficiency is recognized and diagnosed across key populations, including adults, young children, menstruating and pregnant individuals, and people with inflammation. 

Essential oil from underused Hinoki (Japanese cypress) roots may help improve sleep quality, according to a pilot study of middle-aged women. In a home-based crossover study, participants showed fewer nighttime awakenings, improved morning feelings, and brain-wave patterns suggesting smoother sleep onset. The findings also point to potential higher-value uses of forestry residues in aroma-based relaxation products.

JMIR Publications invites submissions to a new theme issue on “Digital Health Technologies in Parkinson Disease” in its open access journal JMIR Neurotechnology.