Irish Examiner view: Good news from the world of science

In tough times for the health sector, the development of a test that can diagnose pre-eclampsia is a welcome breakthrough

Existing tests cam rule out pre-ecalmpsia, but the new test can return a positive diagnosis, allowing for more rapid treatment. Stock picture

There is some positive news from across the sea after a challenging and gloomy week in the health sector which has seen increased numbers in hospital but more than 5,000 staff out sick due to Covid-19. 

Inevitably there are cancellations of public operations with Irish Patients’ Association co-founder Stephen McMahon warning that up to 1,000 patients a day could miss out.