Irish research may lead to home diagnosis of killer diseases

LIFE-THREATENING illnesses such as cancer, heart disease and diabetes could soon be diagnosed at home as a result of Irish research.

A team of scientists is aiming to develop a potentially life-saving device that will spot the early warning signs of some of the State’s biggest killers.

More than 60 researchers are working on an accurate and reliable diagnostic apparatus which could be used for the self testing of critical illnesses and help keep chronic diseases controlled more effectively.