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Neat News 2017-243 (added 2017-08-31)

New Fast Test for Meningitis

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Traditional tests for meningitis take several days before the result is known. However, very swift action is needed in case of meningitis, since the illness can kill within hours. A new test has been developed which gives the result in less than one hour, potentially saving lives.

News seen at: BBC - Health

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