COVID-19 has radically changed the landscape for POC and Rapid Testing. According to Data Bridge Market Research, the point-of-care testing (POCT) market was estimated to be USD 29 billion in 2021, and it is expected to reach up to USD 64.46 billion by 2029 (CAGR 10.5%). As POCT become more sophisticated in terms of quality, speed, and artificial intelligence features, […]

Every year 12th of November is a global event and is marked as World Pneumonia Day. The day first gained identity in 2009 by WHO and UNICEF for the purpose of ‘stop pneumonia’. On this day, several seminars around the world are conducted and campaigns are designed in localities, by hospitals and healthcare sectors to educate people and create awareness […]

Mono, or infectious mononucleosis, is a contagious illness usually caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). The virus spreads easily through bodily fluids like saliva, which is the reason why mono is sometimes referred to as “kissing disease.”   Overview of Mono (Copyright photo from https://www.everydayhealth.com/mononucleosis/symptoms/) In line with the trusted source [1], mono occurs most often in people ages 15 to 17, […]

In contrary to the traditional testing usually conducted in laboratories, point-of-care testing (POCT) refers to the medical diagnostic testing done near the point of care. POCT enables the decentralization of some of the diagnostic tests while bringing the testing and the diagnoses closer to the patient. The prompt availability of the results makes healthcare professionals reach immediate and informed decisions […]

Seasonal influenza has finally arrived during the fall and will peak between December and February. Together with the ongoing battle with COVID-19, these two viruses can pose an even greater threat to communities worldwide. Influenza (Flu) and COVID-19 are both contagious respiratory illnesses, yet caused by different viruses. Because some of the symptoms of flu and COVID-19 are similar, it […]