Maple syrup extracts can boost potency of antibiotics: Study
The idea for the project really gelled when Tufenkji learned of the anti-cancer properties of a phenolic maple syrup extract.
Apr 04, 2017, 00:07 AM IST
New fluorescence-based assay offers hope in fighting antibiotic resistance
This fast and simple fluorescence-based assay is certainly a remarkable approach in the ongoing and urgent fight against the fast spread of antibiotic resistance.
Mar 25, 2017, 09:52 AM IST
Antibiotics not effective for eczema in kids: Study
The study was published in journal Annals of Family Medicine.Eczema is a common condition, especially in young children, and affects around 1 in 5 children in the UK.
Mar 14, 2017, 22:20 PM IST
Antibiotic breakthrough? Researchers discover new method to beat superbugs
The breakthrough they believe has the potential to change medical practice for the treatment of drug resistant infections.
Mar 07, 2017, 16:06 PM IST
Air pollution may mitigate antibiotic effectiveness
The study by researchers at the University of Leicester in the UK has important implications for the treatment of infectious diseases, which are known to be increased in areas with high levels of air pollution.
Mar 03, 2017, 16:44 PM IST
WHO releases 1st ever list of 12 most 'dangerous superbugs' – Most of these bacteria have existence in India
As part of WHO’s efforts to address growing global resistance to antimicrobial medicines, the list was drawn up in a bid to guide and promote research and development (R&D) of new antibiotics.
Mar 02, 2017, 09:36 AM IST
12 'priority pathogens' greatest threats to human health; new antibiotics urgently required: WHO
The "priority pathogens" list published by the WHO on Monday has three rankings – critical, high and medium – according to how urgently new antibiotics are needed.
Feb 27, 2017, 22:32 PM IST
Deafness may be caused due to antibiotics treating cystic fibrosis
Aminoglycoside antibiotics is used by approximately 70,000 people worldwide who inherited the chronic disease that affects mostly the lungs, but also the pancreas, liver, kidneys and intestine.
Feb 25, 2017, 15:54 PM IST
Antibiotics could be effective in treating appendicitis
Appendicitis is currently treated through an operation to remove the appendix, known as an appendicectomy.
Antibiotics can increase bacterial growth, says study
A new study had found that repeated antibiotic treatment not only can increase bacteria's resistance to drugs but also help them reproduce faster than before.
Jan 31, 2017, 23:06 PM IST
Superbugs got stimulated by antibiotics, not filthy hospitals: Research
The outbreak was stopped by substantially reducing use of ciprofloxacin and related antibiotics, researchers said.
Jan 25, 2017, 14:53 PM IST
Proper diagnosis of fungal infection is essential - Know why?
Antibiotic resistance is one of the biggest threats to global health, according to the World Health Organization.
Jan 18, 2017, 19:50 PM IST
Superbug NDM-1: What you need to know, why it's so dangerous!
NDM-1 was first detected in a Swedish patient of Indian origin who travelled to India in 2008.
Jan 16, 2017, 13:37 PM IST
'New Delhi' superbug: US woman dies of infection resistant to all available antibiotics
The woman, who died in Nevada in September, had been hospitalised in India with for a femur fracture and hip problems.
Jan 16, 2017, 09:31 AM IST
Cutting antibiotics duration bad for kids with ear infections
Acute otitis media is a common bacterial infection of the middle ear behind the ear drum in kids which causes it to become painfully inflamed.
Dec 28, 2016, 00:21 AM IST
Five things to avoid while you are on antibiotics!
Antibiotics undoubtedly offer protection against bacteria, but they also have certain side-effects that you need to be careful of.
Dec 25, 2016, 17:48 PM IST
Antibiotic resistance: 'Good' hand washing prevents common infections!
Good hand washing practices can help reduce our risk or prevent the spread of common infections.
Nov 21, 2016, 12:49 PM IST
Antibiotics: How do they work, affect your body?
Antibiotics, also called antibacterials, are powerful drugs that fight bacterial infections and can save lives when used properly.
Nov 21, 2016, 10:06 AM IST
World Antibiotic Awareness Week 2016 – November 14–20
The week from November 14 to 20 is being observed as the World Antibiotic Awareness Week 2016. The aim of the programme is to increase awareness of antibiotic resistance among the general public, health workers and policy makers about antibiotic resistance and to avoid further emergence and spread of antibiotic resistance.
Nov 21, 2016, 07:28 AM IST
Kids recovering from complex pneumonia can breathe sigh of relief
A study published in Pediatrics journal has suggested that children recovering from complex pneumonia can be discharged from the hospital with oral instead of intravenous antibiotics.
Nov 17, 2016, 21:18 PM IST
