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New medical test approved to help fight hospital-related infection
Date: 2010-01-07 00:00:00

The diagnostics company Cepheid announced on Wednesday that they have received clearance from the Food and Drug Administration to market a test that detects a gene associated with resistance to a powerful and often-used antibiotic. ... Full Story

Study: H1N1 can spread rapidly during transcontinental air travel
Date: 2010-01-07 00:00:00

According to a new study, the transmission of H1N1 flu infections can occur quite rapidly and with significant frequency during transcontinental flights. ... Full Story

H1N1 flu is still a significant concern, health officials report
Date: 2010-01-08 00:00:00

Even though reports of positive H1N1 tests have subsided across the country, U.S. health officials warn that another outbreak is possible and urge people to get vaccinated as soon as possible.... Full Story

Arthritis drug can hinder flu shot effectiveness, recent study finds
Date: 2010-01-11 00:00:00

According to recent laboratory tests, arthritis patients who are being treated with the drug rituximab may face an additional risk of contracting the flu. ... Full Story

Fish oil may help accelerate sepsis recovery
Date: 2010-01-19 00:00:00

According to recent laboratory testing, intensive care patients suffering from sepsis may benefit from adding fish oil to intravenous solutions meant to cure the disease. ... Full Story

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