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.................... by Andrew Celentano
Waters Announces FDA Clearance of the Most Comprehensive At-Home Cervical Cancer Screening Tool, the Onclarity HPV Self-Collection Kit and FDA-Approved HPV Assay
MILFORD, Mass., April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared the Onclarity HPV Self-Collection Kit and approved the BD Onclarity HPV Assay with extended genotyping for at-home use, marking a significant milestone in expanding access to cervical cancer screening, and removing barriers that currently prevent many individuals from receiving routine screening.
Study reveals “two-factor authentication” system that controls microRNA destruction
Researchers uncovered how cells selectively destroy certain microRNAs — key gene regulators — through a mechanism that requires two RNA signals working together.
TriCares wins FDA IDE to study Topaz tricuspid valve replacement
TriCares announced today that it received FDA investigational device exemption (IDE) to study its Topaz heart valve replacement system.
AI-powered blood test paves the way for early diagnosis of leprosy
A new blood test combined with a standardized questionnaire and artificial intelligence may transform the way leprosy is diagnosed in Brazil.
Sleep patterns may reveal hidden heart risks
People whose sleep apnea changes dramatically from night to night are 30% more likely to have a heart attack, stroke, or heart failure, reveals a new study from Flinders University.
Scientists test new ways to regrow joints damaged by arthritis
The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) said several experimental treatments could help regrow cartilage and bone in folks with osteoarthritis.
A new add-on for combat PTSD treatment: MRI-guided TMS significantly reduces symptoms in clinical trial
An advanced version of a procedure using magnetic fields to stimulate brain nerve cells in treating depression was significantly effective for 85% of active military and veterans suffering from combat post-traumatic stress disorder enrolled in a recent study, when added to psychotherapy.
Smart MRI molecules developed to detect and treat cancer
Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi have developed smart molecules that can both detect and treat cancer, offering a safer and more precise approach to care.