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by Shirin Borja | July 5, 2023
Signs of Syphilis in Newborns

Signs of Syphilis in Newborns: A Guide

Syphilis, a condition that can be transmitted from mother to child during pregnancy or birth, poses significant health risks to newborns. In this article, you’ll learn about the signs to look out for in infants with syphilis. Syphilis in newborns Syphilis in newborns, commonly referred to as congenital syphilis, is

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Late Stage Syphilis: All You Need To Know

Late Stage Syphilis: All You Need To Know

Syphilis might seem like a disease of the past, but its most severe phase, late stage syphilis, or tertiary syphilis, remains a critical health issue today. From its symptoms to preventive measures, here’s what you need to know about it. What is late stage syphilis? Late stage syphilis, also known

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Congenital Syphilis - RTTC

Congenital Syphilis: Here’s What You Need To Know

Congenital syphilis is a serious and preventable condition that can be transmitted from an infected mother to the baby. Here’s all you need to know about it. What is congenital syphilis? Congenital syphilis is a serious disease caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum.  is transmitted from an infected mother to

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Does syphilis affect pregnancy outcomes

Does syphilis affect pregnancy outcomes?

Syphilis in pregnancy often lurks in the shadows of more commonly discussed prenatal concerns.   Yet, this serious condition has implications for both maternal and neonatal health.  What is syphilis?  Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. It progresses through distinct stages, which may also

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PCR rapid test

All About PCR Rapid Test: RTTC

What exactly is a PCR rapid test, and how does it work? In this article, we’ll look into this diagnostic test and its role in modern healthcare, especially in relation to COVID-19. What is PCR? PCR, or polymerase chain reaction, is a molecular biology technique commonly used to amplify a

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EG.5 variant of covid

New COVID variant Eris: What are the symptoms of EG.5?

The emergence of the EG.5, commonly referred to as the Eris variant, is raising concerns worldwide, especially since it’s the reason behind the rise of COVID-19 related hospitalizations recently. Here’s everything we know about this new variant. What is the new variant EG.5? EG.5, like its predecessors, is a result

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Everything You Need to Know About Strep Throat

Strep throat is a common bacterial infection that’s highly infectious. From what causes it to what you should do to prevent it, here’s everything you need to know about strep throat. What is strep throat? Strep throat, caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria, is an infectious condition primarily affecting the

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Understanding Crohns Disease Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment -RTTC

Diagnosis and Treatment of Crohn’s Disease

Crohn’s Disease, a chronic inflammatory condition, leads to a wide range of symptoms that can severely affect your quality of life.   Here’s all you need to learn about how to diagnose and treat this condition, as well as its types, prevalence, causes, signs and symptoms and risk factors.   What is

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Small can with urinalysis and stethoscope on paper with medical notes

How Much Do You Need For A UTI Treatment?

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health concern with different treatment options. Each step, from diagnosis to medication, and sometimes more advanced interventions, incur certain costs. Overview of the prevalence of urinary tract infections (UTIs) UTIs are among the most frequent clinical bacterial infections, especially in women, with about

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Woman making urine test with ph material in laboratory

Guidance for Accurate UTI Test Results

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health concern that affects millions of people each year, especially women. If you can have it detected early, you can have it treated sooner. This comprehensive guide can help you recognize the symptoms of UTI signs, understand how UTI tests work, evaluate their

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Closeup shot of thumbs up hand in gloves with urinalysis cup background

Urinalysis (Urine Test): A Detailed Guide

Urinalysis, a common and crucial laboratory test, involves the analysis of urine. It serves as a key diagnostic tool that helps in the detection, diagnosis, and management of a wide range of disorders, from urinary tract infections (UTIs) to kidney disease and diabetes. This detailed guide provides an in-depth look

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Elderly asian woman having pain in her bladder while sitting on sofa at home

The Growing Risk of UTIs with Older Adults

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) pose a significant health concern for older adults, a demographic increasingly at risk due to various physiological, lifestyle and healthcare factors. This comprehensive article looks into these topics: Reasons behind the increased incidence of UTIs in older adults Causes and symptoms Heightened risk among dementia patients

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Urinalysis for urolithiasis in container. Urine samples for analysis in laboratory.

How Much Does A Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) Test Cost?

Being a common condition, having UTI is a real pain and if you ignore it, it can turn into a bigger problem. Understanding the costs associated with testing and treating UTIs is crucial for anyone who may be experiencing symptoms or those looking to prevent an infection. Here’s everything you

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Signs of Syphilis in Newborns

Signs of Syphilis in Newborns: A Guide

Syphilis, a condition that can be transmitted from mother to child during pregnancy or birth, poses significant health risks to newborns. In this article, you’ll learn about the signs to look out for in infants with syphilis. Syphilis in newborns Syphilis in newborns, commonly referred to as congenital syphilis, is

Read More »
Late Stage Syphilis: All You Need To Know

Late Stage Syphilis: All You Need To Know

Syphilis might seem like a disease of the past, but its most severe phase, late stage syphilis, or tertiary syphilis, remains a critical health issue today. From its symptoms to preventive measures, here’s what you need to know about it. What is late stage syphilis? Late stage syphilis, also known

Read More »
Congenital Syphilis - RTTC

Congenital Syphilis: Here’s What You Need To Know

Congenital syphilis is a serious and preventable condition that can be transmitted from an infected mother to the baby. Here’s all you need to know about it. What is congenital syphilis? Congenital syphilis is a serious disease caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum.  is transmitted from an infected mother to

Read More »
Does syphilis affect pregnancy outcomes

Does syphilis affect pregnancy outcomes?

Syphilis in pregnancy often lurks in the shadows of more commonly discussed prenatal concerns.   Yet, this serious condition has implications for both maternal and neonatal health.  What is syphilis?  Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. It progresses through distinct stages, which may also

Read More »
PCR rapid test

All About PCR Rapid Test: RTTC

What exactly is a PCR rapid test, and how does it work? In this article, we’ll look into this diagnostic test and its role in modern healthcare, especially in relation to COVID-19. What is PCR? PCR, or polymerase chain reaction, is a molecular biology technique commonly used to amplify a

Read More »
EG.5 variant of covid

New COVID variant Eris: What are the symptoms of EG.5?

The emergence of the EG.5, commonly referred to as the Eris variant, is raising concerns worldwide, especially since it’s the reason behind the rise of COVID-19 related hospitalizations recently. Here’s everything we know about this new variant. What is the new variant EG.5? EG.5, like its predecessors, is a result

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