As temperatures rise, so does the risk of tick bites, and with it, Lyme disease infections. We take a look at how new testing techniques advance diagnosis of this vector-borne disease. In radiology, a European approach aims to improve justification criteria of CT scans, preventing long-term damages from radiation exposure, while new research focuses on reducing the carbon emissions associated with MR imaging. Enjoy reading!

Article • Confirming initial positive findings

First-tier rapid serology testing for Lyme disease

Lyme disease, the most common tick-transmitted bacterial infection in the world, is challenging to diagnose. Initial early-stage symptoms may include skin rash, fever, headache, fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, and/or body and joint aches. However, ...