Tuberculosis
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healthBedok TB Screening: 473 Test Positive, Most Are Latent Infections
Singapore's Bedok TB screening finds 85% negative; 473 flagged for X-rays, mostly latent infections, no public health risk.
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healthPortable TB Swab Test Meets WHO Accuracy Targets in Global Study
A portable TB test using simple swabs met WHO performance targets in a multi-country trial, offering faster, more accessible detection.
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healthBedok Food Centre Safe for Diners Amid TB Cases: Ong Ye Kung
Health Minister reassures public on safety of dining at Bedok 216 Food Centre after TB cluster linked to 13 cases
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health13 TB Cases, Mandatory Screening at 3 Bedok Locations
Mandatory TB screening for 700 people after clusters found. 13 cases at Bedok Central. Voluntary screening for extended visitors.
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healthAI Accurately Predicts Tuberculosis Antibiotic Resistance
New AI models using genomic data offer precise predictions of tuberculosis antibiotic resistance, improving treatment strategies and patient outcomes. Focus on continuous variables for better accuracy.
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healthU.S. Tuberculosis Cases Rise Amid Post-Pandemic Rebound
Health officials warn of increasing tuberculosis cases in the U.S., attributing the trend to pandemic-related disruptions and global travel.
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healthWHO Backs Faster, Cheaper TB Tests Including Tongue Swabs
New WHO guidelines promote accessible tuberculosis testing via molecular tools, tongue swabs, and sputum pooling.
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healthWHO Unveils Transformative TB Diagnostics
New rapid, low-cost tests and tongue swabs could end tuberculosis by enabling faster, wider diagnosis and treatment. WHO urges global action.