AI-powered mammograms can now detect heart disease in women, offering a dual benefit of identifying cardiovascular risks alongside breast cancer during routine screenings.
The technique could revolutionize healthcare for millions of women
Aug 29, 2026
12:53 pm
What's the storyArtificial intelligence (AI) is being used to detect heart disease in women through routine mammograms, a new study has found.
The research was presented at the European Society of Cardiology's annual congress, the world's largest heart conference.
Experts say findings mean breast screenings for cancer could also flag cardiovascular problems in women
Coronary heart disease kills twice as many women as breast cancer in the UK each year
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