A few months ago, Lisa Diller saw a family for a consultation in her cancer clinic. Their story is one of tragedy, and of hope. The mother had an eye removed out of medical necessity at the age of 2, but knew little about the details of her condition. Years later, her 2-year-old son developed… Read More: Harvard doc says neonatal DNA tests could save young lives »
At-home fertility tests are a booming market and there’s never been more options available to couples trying to conceive. But where do you start? How do you know which ones are worth your time and money? Some of the most popular resources for checking your fertility at home include ovulation tests, fertility apps, and sperm… Read More: The 8 Best At-Home Fertility Tests and Apps »
We have all had to wait for test results after a doctor’s visit. In cases where a serious disease is suspected, a prolonged waiting period can be one filled with agonizing worry and anxiety. In certain scenarios, receiving medical test results earlier may even positively impact the treatment course – allowing patients to start therapy… Read More: Diagnostic Blood Tests in Minutes: Interview with Brianna Wronko, Founder… »
Dr. David Stukus recently used a trendy at-home food sensitivity test, complete with alcohol swabs, gauze, lancets and a biohazard bag. He cleaned his ring finger with the alcohol prep pad, pressed a lancet against the “puncture site” until it clicked, squeezed his finger to get a good drop of blood to form and then… Read More: Expensive food sensitivity tests are based on pseudoscience, experts warn »