Trial finds rapid diagnostic testing alone does not reduce antibiotic prescribing for respiratory infections

Two international studies, a clinical trial led by the University of Oxford and University of Utrecht, and a qualitative ...
The Lancet

How to test for hepatitis D virus infection: evidence and rationale to inform policy recommendations and future directions

Chronic hepatitis D virus (HDV) coinfection in people with chronic hepatitis B is associated with rapid progression to liver ...
The Lancet

Who to test and reflex testing for hepatitis D virus infection: evidence and rationale to inform policy recommendations and future directions

Chronic hepatitis D coinfection affects an estimated 12 million people globally, with higher prevalence in low-income and ...

Novel blood marker reduces the risk of a false diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer's disease is characterized by the accumulation of two proteins in the brain: amyloid-beta and tau. Tau normally ...
ESPN

Braves' Profar tests positive again, banned 162 games by MLB

Atlanta Braves designated hitter Jurickson Profar received a 162-game suspension after testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug for the second time in the past year, Major League Baseball ...
Today

Is there a COVID outbreak at the Olympics? At least 40 athletes have tested positive

At least 40 athletes competing at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics — including Team USA track star Noah Lyles and swimmers from multiple countries — have tested positive for COVID-19 in the last two ...
The Motley Fool

Social Security Earnings Test: Everything You Need to Know

Earnings over $24,480 (2026) before full retirement age reduces Social Security benefits. Claimed Social Security early; half of earnings above the threshold are withheld. Benefits recalculated at ...