A simple paper strip can now detect a toxin found in contaminated food in 15 minutes, which could be used in the fight ...

A pilot study shows that a urine-based metabolite panel accurately distinguishes children with autism from typically ...

A new investigation from the University of Kansas improves detection of PFAS, a family of so-called "forever chemicals" in drinking water supplies. The method, which can measure trace pollution levels ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Ashley Spence leaned towards the microphone and looked directly at lawmakers. A second later, the entire room fell silent. Author Ashley Spence advocates for the expansion of DNA ...

PHOENIX — A new rapid test for Valley Fever developed in Phoenix is getting ready to go on the market and will be a game-changer for doctors in diagnosing the disease. Valley Fever is a disease that ...

A new rapid test could improve treatment of urinary tract infections, by identifying the most effective antibiotic for each individual patient. The test applies different antibiotics to bacteria found ...

Thirty participants undergoing health checkups were classified into three groups—normal weight (BMI 18.5–22.9), overweight (BMI 23.0–24.9), and obese (BMI ≥25.0)—with ten individuals per group. Those ...

As fall temperatures set in, cold and flu season gets into full swing and holiday travel picks up, people will undoubtedly have questions about COVID-19 testing. Is this the year people can finally ...

This summer, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the rapid spread of mpox in Africa a public health emergency of international concern. The WHO has reported over 46,000 suspected cases and ...

At-home COVID-19 tests have become commonplace for many households, but knowing when exactly to take a rapid test — or when to throw old ones out — isn't always straightforward. Here's what health ...