Mycoplasma Pneumoniae (MP) is a bacteria type that causes respiratory infections. The mycoplasma pneumoniae infection can outbreak at any time of the year, but its large outbreaks tend to be associated with M. pneumoniae epidemics that follow cycles of 3 to 7 years[1]. These large outbreaks commonly occur in the late summer months and early fall, which can affect everyone, […]

Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a respiratory system infection caused by Bordetella pertussis bacteria. Its main target group is infants below one year of age, mostly below six months, who don’t have a fully protected immunization system. But what are the correct treatment and prevention processes, and do we have an efficient pertussis diagnosis tool? Keep on reading […]

Ending AIDs by 2030 is an integral part of the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals), adopted by UN Member States in 2015[1]. Nations are demonstrating strong commitment and concerted efforts to combat HIV/AIDS and achieve epidemic control. However, various factors can influence the effectiveness of these endeavors, including the impact of low level viremia. The presence of low-level viremia poses significant challenges […]

Point of Care Testing (POCT), as its name suggests, is the testing performed near or at the site of a patient, with the result leading to possible change in the patient’s care[1]. The definition highlights the two features: The test is easy to access, and results are released instantly. Considering its convenience and efficiency, POCT has gained huge momentum, especially in […]

According to a report released by the National Institutes of Health, lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI) is the major reason for hospitalization among the elderly. The more aging, the higher possibility that they will be caught, with 375.1 per 1000 people over 75 years old compared to 144.7 per 1000 people among the group between 60-64 years old[1]. It is the […]