As major progress was made in reducing the impact of other diseases, hepatitis became what the World Health Organization (WHO) refers to as a long-neglected epidemic, causing devastating and complex health problems. No longer overshadowed, hepatitis has moved into the spotlight as one of the world’s leading causes of death.
Tracking Viruses in Animal Populations Could Help Identify the Next Pandemic
COVID-19 is the most recent in a long line of zoonotic diseases, particularly zoonotic viruses, to wreak havoc on humans.
How Diagnostic Tests Help Doctors Treat Kids with Severe Infections
Sometimes a child develops a severe illness and can’t be treated with at-home care alone. These situations can be frightening for the parent and for the child, especially when it’s unclear what is making the child sick.
Universal Mass Testing vs. Targeted Testing for COVID-19
By the bioMérieux Connection Editors Although some countries have managed to effectively flatten the curve and curb the spread of COVID-19, new cases in the United States have been on an upward trajectory as phased re-openings occur throughout the country. While vaccines are being developed and tested, elected officials must make critical decisions regarding COVID-19 …
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The Value of Diagnostics in Combatting Antimicrobial Resistance – A Public Health Problem
At this year’s World Anti-Microbial Resistance Congress, Dr. Tristan Timbrook delivered a...
Lindsay Denny Discusses the Critical Role of WASH in Preventing Infectious Diseases and Fighting Antimicrobial Resistance
WASH, which stands for water, sanitation, and hygiene, are basic...