Point of Care Testing for Microbial Infectious Diseases - The Urgent Need for New Novel Tests

Explore the critical need for new point-of-care testing methods for microbial infectious diseases in this 36-minute webinar presented by Dr. Shaun N. Robertson, an Innovation Research Fellow at the National Biofilms Innovation Centre. Gain insights into the historical impact of infectious diseases on human health and the economic consequences worldwide. Learn about the importance of rapid and accurate pathogen identification in modern medicine for timely treatment and disease control. Discover the current challenges in Western countries, where advanced laboratory techniques are typically employed by highly trained professionals. Understand the urgent demand for novel point-of-care tests that can revolutionize infectious disease diagnosis and management. After watching, registered Labroots members can earn PACE credits by following the provided instructions.