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Microbiology research in SE Asia

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Translational Medicine
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Dr Direk Limmathurotsakul's research focuses on the epidemiology of melioidosis, a bacterial infection caused by Burkholderia pseudomallei.
Melioidosis is endemic in at least 45 countries, but greatly under-reported. Up to 50% of cases seen in hospital die. Our researchers at MORU have produced a rapid diagnostic test that aims to improve both diagnosis and public awareness. Better coordination between researchers and policy makers is needed to face upcoming emerging infectious diseases.

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Translational Medicine
People
Direk Limmathurotsakul
Keywords
melioidosis
Epidemiology
baterial infection
diagnosis
public awareness
Department: Nuffield Department of Clinical Medicine
Date Added: 28/04/2016
Duration: 00:06:23

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