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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Watch JAP2 this Saturday (21)

The report discusses the confirmation of 49 new cases of a condition in Brazil, with most confirmed through tests from a specific health institute.

Mar 21 • 22:24 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Pregnancy: MPs want to review prenatal tests

Members of the Bundestag are advocating for closer monitoring of prenatal tests for Down syndrome to ensure better understanding and regulation of their use.

Mar 20 • 14:47 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Medicine: Hype around the microbiome: What stool tests can really reveal

The article discusses a plotline from a popular German TV show where a woman is falsely accused of drunken driving due to a rare gut condition.

Mar 20 • 14:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Autopsy does not identify 'classic signs of poisoning' in the body of a woman who died after eating at a pizzeria

An autopsy has found no classic signs of poisoning in a woman who died after eating at a pizzeria in Pombal, Brazil, while toxicological tests are still ongoing to clarify the cause of death and a related food poisoning outbreak.

Mar 20 • 10:08 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Could a blood test predict if you will suffer from Alzheimer’s?

A new class of biomarker blood tests may potentially predict the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease years or even decades before symptoms appear, with some recent studies suggesting this could be feasible with a lead time of up to 20 years.

Mar 20 • 08:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Disguised' bacteria can still be confused in tests even after outbreak that killed 15 babies

An emerging bacterium, Phytobacter diazotrophicus, continues to be misidentified as Pantoea in laboratory tests, despite causing a deadly outbreak among newborns in Brazil in 2013.

Mar 20 • 07:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Could a blood test predict if you will have Alzheimer?

A new type of blood test is being explored for its potential to predict Alzheimer’s disease risk years or decades before symptoms appear, following FDA approvals for similar tests for symptomatic patients.

Mar 19 • 18:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Imaging Tests Assist Women in Quick and Accurate Diagnoses

Imaging tests are revolutionizing medical diagnostics for women by providing quick and accurate assessments of internal health conditions without invasive procedures.

Mar 17 • 20:28 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Doctor's '4C' Formula... If you get these 4 tests done, the fear of major illness is over

A medical expert in India recommends four essential tests to help detect serious gastrointestinal issues early, allowing individuals to rest easy if the results come back normal.

Mar 17 • 09:29 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Two simple tests promoted to check kidney health: who should be evaluated

Health officials in Argentina advocate for simple tests to assess kidney health, emphasizing that many are unaware of their conditions despite the prevalence of kidney disease.

Mar 16 • 08:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

After blood tests - urgent trip to the hospital for Erika: the disease hit swiftly

22-year-old Erika Gabriūnaitė from Klaipėda is living in fear as a dangerous illness has significantly impacted her life, making even simple infections life-threatening for her.

Mar 15 • 18:25 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Get these tests done at the age of 50, Akshay's request, he said - my father's death was due to cancer

Bollywood star Akshay Kumar emphasized the importance of regular PSA tests for men over 50, following the loss of his father to prostate cancer.

Mar 15 • 10:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Professor on gut tests costing hundreds of euros: 'People are throwing that money in the trash'

A Lithuanian professor critiques expensive gut tests, suggesting the money spent is wasteful.

Mar 14 • 19:02 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Annual control of creatinine and albumin in blood and urine tests, among the 10 recommendations to prevent kidney diseases

The article discusses the importance of annual health checks, especially for creatinine and albumin levels, to prevent kidney diseases, as illustrated by the experience of a patient diagnosed with chronic kidney failure.

Mar 14 • 12:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

How well do you know human bones? 10/10 is a professional's score

A quiz tests knowledge of human bones, with a perfect score indicating professional-level understanding.

Mar 14 • 11:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The government's amazing schemes... cashless treatment up to 2.5 million, free tests too!

The Rajasthan government is offering various health schemes that provide cashless treatment up to 2.5 million rupees and free medical check-ups for its citizens.

Mar 14 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Animal Protection and Welfare Sub-Secretariat starts dog census in Tupã

The Animal Protection and Welfare Sub-Secretariat in Tupã has initiated a dog census that includes blood sampling for leishmaniasis tests to combat the spread of disease.

Mar 13 • 20:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

UBS in Nova Odessa hold health fair for blood glucose tests, Pap smears, vaccinations, and STI tests; see dates and locations

UBS units in Nova Odessa are organizing health fairs in March that include preventive exams, vaccinations, and rapid tests for STIs.

Mar 13 • 20:38 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Production at 'Zemturu piens' halted to test product safety

The production and distribution of fresh milk at SIA 'Zemturu piens' has been halted due to the detection of Q fever in a cow, pending safety tests by the Food and Veterinary Service of Latvia.

Mar 13 • 13:35 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What is glaucoma and why is it so important to have an eye examination

The article discusses the significance of regular eye examinations for glaucoma prevention, highlighting a national campaign in Argentina offering free eye tests due to rising cases of irreversible blindness post-pandemic.

Mar 12 • 18:37 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Suffered massive internal bleeding from national tests

Following years of failures and a billion cost, the digitalization of national tests in Sweden was halted, leading to significant stress for the CEO Joakim Malmström, who suffered health repercussions.

Mar 12 • 10:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Laboratory suspected of tampering with tests is investigated in Tangará da Serra

A laboratory in Tangará da Serra, Brazil, is under investigation for allegedly tampering with laboratory tests, prompting a police crackdown and examination of evidence.

Mar 11 • 15:49 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Do I dare to get the results of my tests from a machine?

The article explores the anxiety and anticipation of receiving medical test results via a digital platform.

Mar 10 • 13:05 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

MSP reports 175,524 HPV tests and vaccination for pregnant women with an investment of $7.4 million

Ecuador's Ministry of Public Health reported significant advancements in women's health programs, including HPV testing and vaccination efforts, with a financial commitment of $7.4 million.

Mar 8 • 21:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lula undergoes annual check-up at hospital in SP; medical report states tests are normal

Brazilian President Lula has completed his annual health check-up, with all tests returning normal results according to a medical bulletin.

Mar 8 • 16:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

UFLA Laboratory is Qualified to Conduct Arbovirus Tests

The Federal University of Lavras' Molecular Diagnosis Laboratory in Southern Minas has been authorized to perform molecular diagnostics for several arboviruses.

Mar 8 • 12:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Women's health campaign offers preventive care, HPV vaccination, and tests in Cuiabá this Saturday (7)

A women's health campaign in Cuiabá, Brazil, will provide preventive screenings, HPV vaccinations, and various health services this Saturday.

Mar 7 • 11:13 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

What disease's symptom? Test your knowledge – a good home doctor scores 10/10

Ilta-Sanomat features a quiz that tests readers' knowledge about medical symptoms and the diseases they indicate.

Mar 7 • 10:45 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Three negative pap tests but had uterine cancer: dies at 47. The laboratory was wrong

A 47-year-old woman died from advanced uterine cancer despite three negative pap tests, leading to a laboratory payout and a change in medical protocols in Puglia, Italy.

Mar 7 • 10:13 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Spring Fatigue: Family Doctor Identifies 5 Tests to Determine Causes

A family doctor in Lithuania suggests five blood tests to identify the causes of spring fatigue, particularly following the winter months.

Mar 6 • 07:39 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Everyone in line to take tests in the health capsule: 'They even measured my anxiety and sleep'

People of various ages are eagerly waiting in line to use a new health assessment capsule in Bologna that measures various health indicators, including anxiety and sleep quality.

Mar 5 • 04:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Health Signals to Check Again, Confirmatory Testing

The article explains the confirmatory health testing system in South Korea, which allows citizens suspected of conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes to undergo additional tests at no cost under certain conditions.

Mar 4 • 23:31 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Healthy Gut Flora: Why Home Microbiome Tests Are Questionable

Home microbiome tests claim to provide insights into health and dietary recommendations, but the analysis of microbiomes is complex.

Mar 3 • 15:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

United Kingdom will test the effects of limiting social networks for teenagers

The UK government is conducting tests with teenagers to assess the impact of potential restrictions on social media access for those under 16 years old.

Mar 3 • 06:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Free hearing tests available on World Hearing Day

On World Hearing Day, free hearing tests and consultations are being offered in Latvia to promote hearing health services access.

Mar 3 • 05:40 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Robert Linna tests mental health tips in a new series

Robert Linna will host a new show called 'Healthy Mind' focusing on mental health strategies and self-care tips.

Mar 2 • 06:15 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Cynthia Klitbo receives diagnosis of autoimmune disease: ‘I underwent thousands of tests’

Mexican actress Cynthia Klitbo is focusing on a healthier lifestyle after being diagnosed with Hashimoto's disease, an autoimmune disorder affecting her thyroid and digestion.

Feb 28 • 19:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ceará receives free collection points for genetic tests for rare diseases

Ceará has introduced free collection points for genetic tests aimed at identifying rare diseases in public health.

Feb 28 • 00:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Suspected case of methanol poisoning ruled out after laboratory analysis in Petrolina

The suspected methanol poisoning case in Petrolina was ruled out following laboratory tests that showed no presence of methanol in the analyzed samples.

Feb 27 • 20:20 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Good news for Mexicans: the Houston Consulate will have a health fair and migrant advice in March 2026

The Houston Consulate of Mexico will host a health fair offering free medical tests and legal advice for the Mexican community on March 12, 2026.

Feb 27 • 18:45 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Baby tests positive for toxin linked to infant formula recalls in France

A French baby tested positive for cereulide toxin after consuming contaminated infant formula, prompting recalls from several major brands.

Feb 27 • 14:49 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

WHO tests simulation tool to improve outbreak response

The World Health Organisation is testing an interactive simulation tool aimed at enhancing the speed of outbreak detection and response based on the 7-1-7 target.

Feb 27 • 10:17 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Dense breast tissue: a doctor explains why additional testing is needed

A Lithuanian doctor discusses the necessity of follow-up tests for women with dense breast tissue and the complexities of navigating the healthcare system.

Feb 27 • 07:33 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

25, 45, and 50: what health tests are necessary by age

The article emphasizes the importance of regular health check-ups at different life stages to prevent chronic diseases.

Feb 26 • 08:10 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Podcast: Doctor Delivered Alarming Words to Juuso Mäkilähde – 'It Looked Red'

Juuso Mäkilähde reflects on alarming health concerns after recent medical tests during a podcast with Jukka Rossi discussing middle-aged men's lives.

Feb 26 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Health Ministry Again Fails to Meet Deadlines with Delay of Provisional List of Those Approved in the MIR, FIR, and EIR Tests

The Spanish health ministry has failed to publish the provisional results of the MIR exams, affecting candidates’ ability to select their specialties.

Feb 26 • 00:40 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

TESTS: Do you know all of them? Can you recognize these 15 medicinal herbs?

The article presents a quiz challenging readers to identify 15 medicinal herbs that one's grandmother could easily recognize.

Feb 25 • 22:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Free Sleep Quality Tests and Specialist Consultations Offered

Visitors at health stations in Latvia will have the opportunity to perform sleep quality tests and receive consultations from medical students and specialists.

Feb 25 • 12:33 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Drug-Resistant Bacteria Are Becoming More Common in South Karelia - 'A Really Concerning Issue,' Says Chief Physician

The prevalence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria is on the rise in South Karelia, causing concern among health officials due to their increasing frequency found in routine tests.

Feb 24 • 17:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

72 tigers suddenly drop dead in Thailand as park visitors undergo urgent tests

In Thailand, 72 tigers have died in two parks over a span of 10 days, prompting health officials to monitor visitors who may have come into contact with them.

Feb 24 • 15:03 UTC

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