Pathologists Corner
2026 Newsletters - 2026-05-06
A Key Occupational Health Risk
Tuberculosis, or TB, is still a major occupational health issue, especially in high‑density work environments.
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Whooping Cough
Whooping cough is not just a childhood illness. Diagnosis of whooping cough is typically confirmed through laboratory testing, including PCR testing, culture, or serology, especially during the early stages of infection.
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Screening for Foetal Lung Maturity
As lung maturity increases, these lamellar bodies are released into the amniotic fluid, where their concentration can be accurately measured. A higher lamellar body count indicates sufficient surfactant production and reduced risk of neonatal respiratory distress syndrome (RDS).
Read more2026 Newsletters - 2026-05-04
Pull the Plug on Tobacco
Tobacco use affects far more than just the lungs. It increases the risk of lung cancer, heart disease, respiratory illness, and impacts the health of those around us through second hand exposure.
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Good psychosocial working environments
Every year on April 28th, we reflect on the foundations of a safe workplace. Over the years, our focus in the medical laboratory has been on biological, chemical, and physical hazards. This year, the International Labour Organization (ILO) invites us to look at a different, often invisible, dimension of safety: the psychosocial work environment.
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Malaria Test Early
Malaria remains one of Africa’s most urgent public health challenges. According to the World Health Organization, in 2024 the African region accounted for 95% of global malaria cases and 95% of global malaria deaths, with children under five making up the majority of those lost.
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Why is Malaria Dangerous?
Malaria is a serious but preventable and treatable disease caused by a parasite and spread through the bite of an infected Anopheles mosquito.
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Understanding Kidney Health
Understanding your kidneys can aid in preventing or slowing kidney disease progression. Recognizing the importance of related tests is crucial.
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Salt Awareness Week
Excessive salt intake increases the risk of noncommunicable diseases, especially hypertension, which can lead to strokes, cardiovascular diseases, and kidney disease.
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Understanding Colorectal Cancer Risk Levels
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer and the second leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide, with 1,926,425 new cases and 904,019 deaths reported in 2022.
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