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Originally Published 2 days ago — by statnews.com
An increasing number of patients are ordering their own lab tests online without medical consultation, leading to challenges for doctors in interpreting results and integrating them into care, as patients seek immediate health insights outside traditional medical pathways.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNA
Singapore's Ministry of Health announced that HIV self-testing kits will be available at selected retail pharmacies by January 2025 to improve access to testing and encourage regular checks. This initiative aims to address the high proportion of late-stage HIV diagnoses and low rates of self-initiated testing. The self-test kits, which involve oral specimen collection, are part of efforts to boost early detection and prevention. Positive results from these kits require confirmatory testing by healthcare providers, and support services are available for those seeking advice or counseling.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WHIO
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has tested positive for COVID-19 after experiencing mild cold symptoms. DeWine's symptoms worsened throughout the day, prompting him to take a COVID-19 test which came back positive. He is currently at home resting and advises people to test themselves for COVID-19, even if they have only minor cold symptoms.