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- 1Blood Test Can Tell Bacterial From Viral Infections in Newborns▼Blood Test Differentiates Bacterial and Viral Infections in Newborns
A new blood test can differentiate between bacterial and viral infections in newborns, according to a report by Inside Precision Medicine. The development could help doctors avoid unnecessary antibiotics in babies with viral illnesses while ensuring those with bacterial infections get prompt treatment, an area where diagnosis in infants has long been difficult and often relies on broad-spectrum antibiotics as a precaution.
- 2Heart and Kidney Problems Rise Over Time in Type 2 Diabetes●Heart and Kidney Problems in Type 2 Diabetes Patients Increase with Time
Type 2 diabetes patients face a growing burden of heart and kidney complications the longer they live with the disease, according to a report covered by Inside Precision Medicine. The findings highlight how cardiovascular and renal risks accumulate with disease duration, underscoring the importance of early monitoring and treatment to protect the heart and kidneys in people with diabetes.