TB and Diabetes
Diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) disease that affects how the body turns food into energy. Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious health …
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Tuberculosis and COVID-19 TB disease is not known to put people at higher risk of COVID-19 infection, but it may put you at risk of having more severe symptoms.
People with active TB or those who are recovering If you have had or are recovering from TB and have …
WHO key note urging TB investment
“It’s not a question of whether we can afford to invest in TB. It’s a question of whether we can …
Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for nearly 10 million deaths in 2020, or nearly one in six deaths. However many cancers can be cured if detected early and treated effectively.
Key facts Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for nearly 10 million deaths in 2020, or nearly …
Doctors dismissed student’s pain, weight loss, and vomiting as alcohol-related. She had incurable cancer.
For months, doctors dismissed Georgia Ford’s pain, discomfort, weight loss, and vomiting. She was told she was drinking too much …
Time from symptomatic presentation to cancer diagnosis (diagnostic interval) is an important, and modifiable, part of the patient’s cancer pathway, and can be affected by various factors such as age, gender and type of presenting symptoms.
Abstract Background:Â Time from symptomatic presentation to cancer diagnosis (diagnostic interval) is an important, and modifiable, part of the patient’s cancer …
Countries turn to rapid antigen tests to contain 2nd wave of COVID-19
United States and Canada buying millions of the faster, cheaper tests Thomson Reuters · Posted: Oct 14, 2020 12:19 PM ET | …
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Coronavirus Home Tests: How They Work, What They Cost, and How Accurate They Are
By Allison Duncan – September 30, 2020 When COVID-19 tests first appeared at doctors’ offices and health care facilities last spring, …
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How Scientists Test for COVID-19
Demystifying Coronavirus Tests Coronavirus tests are making headlines, but confusion remains. Different tests detect different things and have different uses. …
Why Are Many Young People Who Never Smoked Getting Lung Cancer?
Why Are Many Young People Who Never Smoked Getting Lung Cancer? By Bonnie J. Addario, Contributor ; Living leader, Bonnie …
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