Staphylococcus is a type of bacteria that can cause various infections in different parts of the body. Some of these infections are mild and can be treated with antibiotics, while others are serious and can lead to complications such as blood poisoning, pneumonia, and heart failure. In this blog post, we will explain what Staphylococcus …
For many people, the thought of visiting a health center, sitting in sterile waiting rooms, and listening to intimidating jargon completely puts them off healthcare. At the Hermon Healthcare and Diagnostic Center on the other, taking care of your health doesn’t have to feel like preparing for an exam. Of course not. This is why …
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Greetings from the Hermon Healthcare Diagnostic Lab! Today, let’s delve into an important topic – Syphilis tests. I’m here to guide you through this discussion in a way that’s simple, detailed, and completely accessible. What is Syphilis? First off, let’s talk about Syphilis. What is Syphilis? It’s a sexually transmitted infection caused by a bacteria …
Hey everyone and welcome to the Hermon Healthcare Diagnostic Lab. Today, we’re peeling back the layers on a topic that affects millions worldwide: gonorrhea tests. No need to blush, folks – knowledge is power, and understanding your health is key to staying well. What is Gonorrhea? First things first – Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted …
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Hey everyone welcome to the Hermon Healthcare Diagnostic Lab. Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s important for everyone, regardless of age or relationship status. The topic is why you should test regularly for STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections). What is an STI? STIs are infections that can be passed from person to person through sexual …
When people visit Hermon Healthcare Diagnostic Labs requesting a full body checkup, one of the tests that we recommend for them is the CBC Blood test. A CBC blood test? Yes. What is a CBC blood test? That’s what this article seeks to address. What is Blood? Blood is a thick red liquid that flows …
Some years ago, a friend of mine complained about always feeling weak, lightheaded, and dizzy all the time. When we finally got him to visit a clinic, he was recommended to take a blood glucose test. Huh? Blood glucose? So there’s Glucose in the blood? What is a blood glucose test? A blood glucose test …
Hello from Hermon Healthcare Diagnostic Lab! Today, let’s explore the topic of understanding blood groups and why you need to know yours. To start, we will need to define the terms: Blood and Group. Blood is the red liquid that can be found in the human body. It can be found flowing through your arteries …
The term “blood genotype” is as popular as it is misunderstood. The proper name however is “hemoglobin genotype“. So in this article, we will explore hemoglobin genotypes together, in a way that feels like chatting with a friend – simple, detailed, and understandable. Defining the Terms: Hemoglobin and Genotype Let’s start by defining the key …
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This has happened to all of us at some point, especially if you live in the tropics. You feel a little sick and you visit a health provider. After a diagnosis, smack in the middle of the recommended tests is something called a Widal test. This begs the question, what is a Widal test? What …
