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Antibiotic resistance
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Antibiotic Resistance and Prices: How Non-Profits Fight Back
Meet zoliflodacin, the oral wonder drug for super-gonorrhoea. See how non-profits tackle antibiotic resistance and pricey meds.
Unveiling Factors Beyond Antibiotic Use Driving the Emergence of Superbugs
In a groundbreaking study, scientists have undertaken the first-ever analysis of the connection between antibiotic usage and the surge in treatment-resistant bacteria over the past two decades in the UK and Norway. Their findings indicate that although the escalation in antibiotic consumption has contributed to the proliferation of superbugs, it is not the sole factor driving this concerning trend.
Infection Prediction in Liver Transplantation Based on Microbiome Insights from Poop
In a recent study, scientists from the University of Chicago have made significant strides in understanding the relationship between the gut microbiome and overall health by predicting postoperative infections in liver transplant patients through the analysis of molecules in their feces. This research marks a crucial advancement in unraveling the intricate links between the bacteria residing in the human body and various aspects of health.
Study Reveals Chlorine Disinfectant Fails to Kill Hospital Superbug Better Than Water
A recent study reveals that a leading chlorine disinfectant currently employed to sanitize hospital scrubs and surfaces is ineffective against the most prevalent cause of antibiotic-associated illnesses in healthcare settings worldwide.