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Halifax company receives approval for ‘game-changing’ HIV-Syphilis rapid test
Description
January 26, 2025
A Halifax company is making progress in the fight against infectious diseases. MedMira’s newly manufactured HIV-Syphilis rapid test has recently received approval from Health Canada. Officials with the company say the device will help combat rising HIV and Syphilis rates across the country. Mitchell Bailey reports.
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Halifax company receives approval for ‘game-changing’ HIV-Syphilis rapid test01:40 | January 26, 2025 -
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UNB scientists discover protein in Madagascar periwinkle that could advance anti-cancer drug production05:30 | July 28, 2026 -
Tick-related diseases on the rise in Nova Scotia02:10 | July 27, 2026 -
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Halifax company receives approval for ‘game-changing’ HIV-Syphilis rapid test01:40 | January 26, 2025
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New townhouses for health-care workers open in Bridgewater01:54 | July 28, 2026
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Halifax company receives approval for ‘game-changing’ HIV-Syphilis rapid test
Description
January 26, 2025
A Halifax company is making progress in the fight against infectious diseases. MedMira’s newly manufactured HIV-Syphilis rapid test has recently received approval from Health Canada. Officials with the company say the device will help combat rising HIV and Syphilis rates across the country. Mitchell Bailey reports.
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