The test – called Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra – uses molecular analysis to detect the genetic markers of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacterium that causes TB, in the saliva of people suspected of infection. It is the first such test to receive “prequalification” status from the UN health agency, meaning that it has passed stringent quality checks […]
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In the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), a mysterious disease has emerged, claiming the lives of at least 79 people and leaving more than 300 others ill. Health officials are scrambling to identify the source and nature of the disease, which has spread rapidly in the Kwango province of the southwestern region of the […]
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5 December 2024, Geneva — The World Health Organization (WHO) has granted prequalification to the molecular diagnostic test for tuberculosis (TB) called Xpert® MTB/RIF Ultra. It is the first test for TB diagnosis and antibiotic susceptibility testing that meets WHO’s prequalification standards. Tuberculosis is one of the world’s leading infectious disease killers, causing over a […]
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Sociopathy, often referred to in clinical terms as Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD), is a complex condition characterized by a persistent pattern of disregard for the rights of others and a lack of empathy. It manifests in various behaviors, including deceitfulness, impulsivity, irritability, and aggressive conduct. Understanding sociopathy is crucial not only for mental health professionals […]
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The Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), one of Canada’s largest and most influential pension funds with assets totaling $11 billion, has announced the appointment of Annesley Wallace as its new President and CEO. Wallace, a seasoned veteran in the energy and infrastructure sectors, takes the helm at a pivotal time for the fund, which […]
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At Lenovo’s Tech World 2024, the company, in collaboration with the Scott-Morgan Foundation (SMF), introduced a revolutionary AI-powered communication system designed to assist people living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other severe disabilities. The new solution combines cutting-edge technologies, including AI, eye-gaze tracking, hyper-realistic avatars, and personalized voice generation, to enable individuals to communicate […]
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Observed annually on 1 December, the World AIDS Day serves as a reminder of the global fight against the pandemic while commemorating lives lost and celebrating progress. “Every 25 seconds, someone in the world is infected with HIV,” Mr. Guterres said. “One-quarter of people living with HIV – more than nine million people – lack […]
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LeapFrog Investments, a leading private equity firm focused on investing in emerging markets, has successfully closed its fourth fund, raising a record $1.15 billion in commitments. This fundraising effort not only surpassed its original target of $1 billion but also included significant co-investments, marking a milestone in the firm’s mission to transform the lives of […]
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A growing number of Democratic lawmakers are urging President Joe Biden to take additional steps to reform marijuana policy, calling for a reduction in federal marijuana prosecutions before the end of his term. The calls come after Biden’s previous moves, including the rescheduling of marijuana and issuing pardons for individuals convicted of nonviolent marijuana offenses, […]
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The ongoing decline in hospital bed availability across Europe is raising alarms about the region’s preparedness for future health crises. As healthcare systems across the European Union (EU) face increasing pressure, experts are warning that the decrease in hospital capacity could jeopardize the ability to respond effectively to emergencies, such as the COVID-19 pandemic. This […]
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