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Link found between childhood allergies and gut bacteria
The gut microbiome plays a significant role in the development of allergies in children. Antibiotics that kill bacteria and poor nutrition can increase the risk
New approach to combat resistant bacteria
A new class of molecules has been discovered that inhibits the efflux pump of bacteria, potentially leading to new antibiotics that work against multi-resistant bacteria.
“Morning-after pill” reduces STI risk
A single dose of the antibiotic Doxycycline taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex can reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as
Breakthrough: Antibiotic for Superbugs
A new antibiotic against the highly dangerous, multi-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii bacteria has been discovered by an AI. This new technology could revolutionize the search for
Reviving 90,000-year-old bacteria
In a groundbreaking study, researchers have reconstructed the genetic blueprint of ancient bacteria and used modern microbes to recreate them. These prehistoric biomolecules offer new
Insect-derived substance kills resistant bacteria.
Millions of people die each year due to infections caused by multi-resistant bacteria, including the dangerous hospital germ MRSA. Traditional antibiotics are becoming increasingly ineffective
Lepra bacteria regenerate liver.
Lepra infection stimulates liver growth, according to a recent study by scientists at the University of Edinburgh. The mechanisms involved in this process could potentially
Antibiotics weaken vaccine effectiveness.
Antibiotics significantly reduce the level of antibodies built up by vaccination in young children, according to a study by researchers at the Rochester General Hospital
Antibiotics in Pig Farming: A Threat
The use of antibiotics in livestock farming is a common practice, but a recent study conducted by the University of Copenhagen and the Statens Serum
Antibiotic Resistance Causes Millions of Deaths
Antimicrobial resistance to antibiotics (AMR) caused nearly five million deaths in 2019, surpassing malaria and AIDS as a leading cause of death. A recent study
