While diagnostic testing might seem complex or daunting if you don’t work in medicine or science, it’s important to understand the role those tests play in healthcare—especially when it comes to infectious diseases.
Deaths From Multidrug-Resistant Infections Could Be As Much As 600% Higher Than Previously Thought
According to the authors from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine, the CDC’s assessment of approximately 23,000 deaths per year may significantly underestimate the impact of MDROs.
70% of Today’s Medical Decisions Depend on Laboratory Results—Lab Professionals Save Lives
Each year, Medical Laboratory Professionals Week (MLPW) celebrates the people who provide critical diagnostic information to help save patients’ lives. Now in its 44th year, MLPW continues to improve public understanding and appreciation for lab personnel and the critical work they perform.
bioMérieux Partners in Ambitious Initiative to Promote the Value of Innovative Diagnostic Tests in Battling Antibiotic Resistance
By the bioMérieux Connection Editors The University of Antwerp has announced the creation of an Innovative Medicines Initiative (IMI) called VALUE-Dx, in partnership with bioMérieux and Wellcome Trust. According to the University of Antwerp, “The purpose of VALUE-Dx is to transform medical practice to achieve more personalized, evidence-based antibiotic prescription and use in community care …
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...