Results-in-hours test could prevent ‘superbug’ deaths
SCIENTISTS are developing a DNA test to identify infections within hours and beat deadly hospital “superbugs”. Experts believe the government-funded research will help save lives as well as prevent the prescribing of unnecessary antibiotics, which is fuelling drug-resistant diseases. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Blood test detects heart attack in minutes
A NEW blood test that diagnoses heart attacks in 15 minutes could free up doctors’ time and save the NHS millions of pounds a year. Scientists say A&E medics could make an almost immediate heart attack diagnosis without samples being sent to a lab. Daily Express :: Health Feed
A tougher road ahead: Five minute guide to…changes to your vehicle’s MOT test
NEW tougher MOT rules come into force today and motorists who break them risk fines, penalty points and invalidating their car insurance. The bad news is that more cars are expected to fail the new test, with diesel drivers particularly vulnerable. Daily Express :: Finance Feed
Ripple price set for its BIGGEST challenge? Cryptocurrency set for PIVOTAL payment test
RIPPLE’s price could be set for its greatest challenge after it was announced a pivotal payment test would take place for the cryptocurrency. Daily Express :: Finance Feed
North Korea NUCLEAR TEST: Radar images reveal collapsed mountain on nuke test site
NORTH Korea’s latest nuclear bomb test created a monstrous magnitude 5.2 earthquake and equally terrifying 4.5 magnitude aftershocks deep underground. Radar imagery and seismic measurements in the area now reveal the nuclear charge crumbled a mountain above the test site. Daily Express :: World Feed
Diabetes test: What is the safe blood glucose level?
DIABETES can be diagnosed through several tests that can be done by your GP. These measure your blood glucose levels to find out whether you have the condition. Its symptoms include increased thirst and hunger, unexplained weight loss, and needing to pee regularly. Daily Express :: Health Feed
North Korea to CLOSE Punggye-ri NUCLEAR test site in May as WW3 fears subside
NORTH Korea has confirmed it plans to close its Punggye-ri nuclear test site located under Mount Mantap in the north west of the country following the historical summit on Friday where both Korean leaders declared their commitment to the denuclearisation of the peninsula. Daily Express :: World Feed
Dementia: Take the SAGE test NOW to reveal if you’re at risk
THE 15-minute SAGE test, which takes just a pen and paper to complete, can spot early signs of memory decline that can lead to dementia. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Weight loss: Why pensioners with unexpected weight loss should be referred for urgent test
PENSIONERS who visit a GP with unexpected weight loss should be referred for urgent tests to investigate for possible cancer, researchers have said. Daily Express :: Health Feed