Cortisol Testing: More Than a Stress Marker
Stress is not only an emotional experience; it can affect sleep, appetite, concentration, digestion and overall physical well-being. As a key hormone involved in the body’s stress response, cortisol testing may support clinical assessment when interpreted together with patient history, symptoms and other laboratory findings. Cortisol Testing in Clinical Practice: From Stress Response to […]
Carbapenem Resistance in Europe: Why Targeted AMR Genotyping Matters
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) continues to reshape how healthcare systems detect, monitor and respond to bacterial infections. Among the most concerning threats are carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales (CRE), a group of Gram-negative bacteria that can cause difficult-to-treat infections and limit treatment options. On 13 May 2026, ECDC highlighted a landmark multi-country genomic surveillance study on carbapenem- and/or colistin-resistant […]
Norovirus Outbreak on Caribbean Princess: Why Rapid Gastrointestinal Testing Matters
In May 2026, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported a gastrointestinal illness outbreak on the Caribbean Princess cruise ship, operated by Princess Cruises. The voyage took place between April 28 and May 11, 2026, and the outbreak was reported to CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program on May 7, 2026. According to the […]
Securing the Future of Workplace Safety: The Strategic Advantage of the Urine Multi-Drug Key Cup
In 2026, workplace safety discussions are increasingly focused on the detection of synthetic opioids and the interpretation of THC-related testing policies. As authorities such as the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) update federal workplace drug testing frameworks, employers are placing greater emphasis on secure, tamper-resistant screening […]
Measles Outbreaks in 2026: The Growing Need for Rapid IgG/IgM Testing
In April 2026, both the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported a significant increase in measles outbreaks across multiple regions. Once considered largely controlled in many parts of the world, measles is re-emerging as a serious public health concern due to declining vaccination coverage, increased global mobility, […]
Hantavirus: From Early Infection to Clinical Symptoms
Hantaviruses are a group of zoonotic viruses carried mainly by rodents. Although relatively rare, they can lead to serious and sometimes fatal diseases. According to recent World Health Organization (WHO) outbreak reports published yesterday, hantaviruses may cause different clinical syndromes depending on the virus type and geographic region. In America, hantavirus infection is mainly associated […]
World Hand Hygiene Day 2026: Action Saves Lives in Infection Prevention and AMR Control
World Hand Hygiene Day, observed on 5 May, highlights the critical role of clean hands in protecting patients, health care workers and communities. For 2026, the World Health Organization (WHO) campaign slogan is “Action saves lives.” The campaign emphasizes that health care-associated infections (HAIs) remain a daily threat in hospitals and clinics, while hand hygiene […]
Key Hepatitis Markers Explained: IgM, IgG and Antigen in Clinical Diagnosis
Early and accurate identification of hepatitis infections is essential for effective clinical management and public health control. In this context, reliable diagnostic tools capable of detecting specific hepatitis markers play a critical role in supporting timely and informed decision-making. Vitrosens offers targeted solutions for hepatitis A and B testing, including the detection of Anti-HAV IgM […]
STI Awareness Month: The Role of Multiplex Genotyping qPCR
April is recognized as STI Awareness Month, an initiative promoted by organizations such as the American Sexual Health Association to increase public understanding of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), reduce stigma, and encourage open conversations around sexual health. This annual campaign emphasizes that STIs are common, often preventable, and in many cases treatable when detected early. […]
World Malaria Day 2026: HRP2-Based Detection in Falciparum Malaria Testing
World Malaria Day is a reminder that progress against malaria depends not only on treatment access and prevention strategies, but also on the quality of diagnostic decisions made at the point of care and in the laboratory. In 2026, the World Health Organization is marking the day under the theme “Driven to End Malaria: Now […]
