The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe The Skeptics Guide #1061 - Nov 8 2025
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Nov 8, 2025 Discover the revolutionary nanotech cancer drug that reduces side effects while boosting treatment effectiveness. Explore the capabilities and readiness of the Neo household robot in the market. Unpack alarming findings from the UN's climate report, highlighting unmet national commitments. Delve into the ancient roots of tool use dating back 2.75 million years. Unravel the truth behind sensational headlines on panspermia, and learn about an innovative AI-driven smart bandage designed for chronic wounds.
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Use Cardiac Calcium Scan To Guide Statin Decisions
- Get a cardiac calcium scan (CCS) if you're unsure about statins or have cardiovascular risk factors.
- A zero score can justify delaying statins, while a high score supports starting preventive therapy.
Repackaging Drugs Can Transform Efficacy
- Structural nanomedicine repackages existing drugs to improve delivery and reduce side effects.
- Turning 5-FU into a spherical nucleic acid vastly increased uptake and efficacy in animal tests.
Prefer Specialized Robots Over Humanoids
- Favor specialized, room-focused robots over all-purpose humanoids for safer, cheaper utility.
- Deploy localized robotic systems (e.g., laundry or cooking hubs) to reduce complexity and security issues.