A randomized trial involving gram-negative bacterial bloodstream infections found that rapid antibiotic susceptibility testing (AST) was not superior to usual testing in terms of clinical outcomes.

An international trial found that rapid antimicrobial susceptibility testing for gram-negative bloodstream infections did not significantly improve 30-day survival or other major clinical outcomes ...

A tool for better antibiotic stewardship did not improve clinical outcomes in hospitalized patients with gram-negative bacterial bloodstream infections, according to the international FAST trial. The ...

TB tests use phlegm — not the easiest thing to get or work with. It takes time for results. And there can be false negatives ...

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Over the next few weeks, before the May 12 budget, the Albanese government’s cabinet will finalise decisions on whether to make tax changes to the 50 per cent capital gains discount, negative gearing ...

The Trump administration unveiled a new program to speed up Medicare coverage for breakthrough devices, touting that the new pathway cuts red tape for medical device companies to gain reimbursement.

It's essential to seek emergency care if a rapid heartbeat is paired with confusion or chest pain. ER treatments for tachycardia include medications and electrical cardioversion. Managing stress and ...