Vaccines aren’t just for kids. Thousands of adults go to the hospital each year for a serious (sometimes even deadly) disease they might have avoided if they had received the vaccination to prevent it.
Measles is one of the world’s most contagious diseases, and it can be especially dangerous for children under age 5 or for those with weakened immune systems.
Molecular diagnostics involves analyzing DNA or RNA for red flags that can pinpoint the potential emergence of a specific disease.
Hepatitis is caused by a virus in the blood. Infection occurs through exposure to the virus. Hepatitis B and C cause liver inflammation.
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Laboratory tests that used to take days to come back can now be performed instantly and accurately, using point-of-care tests.
Tuberculosis is highly contagious and can be deadly. Accurate, quick and efficient laboratory diagnosis helps protect patients and others.
While sepsis and septic shock can be fatal, many patients can make a complete recovery if they are diagnosed and treated early with antibiotics, intravenous fluids, and blood pressure support
Coronavirus is a term describes a family of viruses, common in both animals and humans.
Clostridium difficile (C. diff) is a bacterium that causes inflammation of the colon, leading to diarrhea and potentially severe complications. It is often associated with antibiotic use and can spread easily in healthcare settings. Learn about symptoms and treatment.