| Scientists devise speedy test for TB Scientists in Britain say they have devised a new ultra-sensitive test which can diagnose the presence of the tuberculosis bacterium in one hour. abc.net.au |
Pregnant women to get flu vaccine All pregnant women will be offered the seasonal flu jab for the first time, under plans unveiled by the government. bbc.co.uk |
'Serious concern' over hospitals The health regulator finds serious breaches of safety and quality standards at Scarborough and Bridlington hospitals. bbc.co.uk |
South Africa to test all HIV patients for TB By JENNY GROSS 2010-10-13T13:57:18ZJOHANNESBURG (AP) -- Health officials in South Africa said Wednesday they recommend screening all HIV patients for tuberculosis and want automatic TB tests for HIV patients to become normal procedure within five years.... hosted.ap.org |
Prescriptions: This Week's Health Industry News New recommendations on vitamin D intake may be released. feeds.nytimes.com |