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Common Blood Pressure Drug Shows Promise Against Deadly Superbug MRSA, Study Finds
The team is now working to develop chemically modified versions of the drug that may prove even more effective and carry fewer side effects.
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20 US States On Alert As Venomous Chinese Ant Silently Takes Over America
Originally hailing from China, a highly invasive ant species is spreading rapidly across the United States, prompting warnings from officials due to its aggressive behavior and potentially deadly sting.
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Antibiotic Resistance vs Antibiotic Tolerance: Why Knowing The Difference Matters
Antibiotic resistance and antibiotic tolerance have their distinct effect on your system. Knowing their differences is key to understanding how careful you need to be with antibiotics.
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A Korean Skincare Breakthrough Could Help Fight Drug-Resistant Bacteria, Says New Study
A Korean skincare staple is tackling the global superbug crisis. Scientists find Cica-derived madecassic acid stops drug-resistant E. coli by targeting proteins humans don't have. Find out why this matters for drug-resistant bacteria and its potentia
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50 Scientists Identify 5 Ways To Combat Dangerous Drug-Resistant Fungi
New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) A team of researchers said on Wednesday that an increasing number of fungi are becoming resistant to medication, posing serious risks for patients with weakened immune systems.
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India's Drains Breeding Superbugs? Study Warns Of Hidden Health Risks
A new study finds India's urban sewage systems are acting as "genetic playgrounds" for antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
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India Sets Import Price Floor On Key Penicillin Ingredients To Protect Drug Supply
The government has imposed a minimum import price on three key penicillin ingredients for one year, aiming to support domestic manufacturers and secure India's antibiotic supply chain.
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Delhi's Toxic Winter Air May Carry Drug-Resistant Superbugs, Study Warns
A study by Jawaharlal Nehru University finds that Delhi's polluted winter air carries high levels of antibiotic-resistant bacteria or superbugs far above safe limits, posing public health risks, especially for vulnerable groups and those with chronic
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All About Deadly 'Superbug' That's Spreading Fast Across US, Raising Concerns
The fungus is resistant to multiple antifungal drugs, making treatment challenging.
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High Levels Of Antibiotic Resistant Superbugs In Delhi Air Posing Public Health Risks: Study
High levels of antibiotic-resistant superbugs in both indoor and outdoor environments in Delhi are posing public health risks, according to a study.
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Health Experts Applaud PM Modi's Timely Call To Tackle Antibiotic Resistance
Prime Minister Narendra Modis message against the misuse of antibiotics is timely and draws attention to antimicrobial resistance (AMR) -- a very important health concern, said health experts on Monday.
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Speed Over Safety? 10-Minute Medicine Deliveries By Blinkit, Zepto Spark Worry
Quick-commerce platforms like Blinkit and Zepto are offering 10-minute prescription medicine deliveries, raising concerns among users and doctors about poor verification, weak oversight and the risk of antibiotic misuse.
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How Superbugs Spread In Cities: Contaminated Water, Food, Toilets And Public Spaces
Superbugs, drug-resistant bacteria, don't just infect hospitals. In cities, they spread through contaminated water, food, toilets and public areas.
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9 Everyday Habits That Increase Your Risk of Carrying Superbugs
From overusing antibiotics to skipping handwashing and mishandling food, many daily habits unknowingly increase your risk of carrying drug-resistant bacteria.
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India's Superbug Crisis: Lancet Data Misinterpreted, Says Government Body
The National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) says the findings of the recent Lancet study reflects bacterial colonisation, not infection, and does not indicate a nationwide crisis.
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Common Blood Pressure Drug Shows Promise Against Deadly Superbug MRSA, Study Finds
The team is now working to develop chemically modified versions of the drug that may prove even more effective and carry fewer side effects.
-
20 US States On Alert As Venomous Chinese Ant Silently Takes Over America
Originally hailing from China, a highly invasive ant species is spreading rapidly across the United States, prompting warnings from officials due to its aggressive behavior and potentially deadly sting.
-
Antibiotic Resistance vs Antibiotic Tolerance: Why Knowing The Difference Matters
Antibiotic resistance and antibiotic tolerance have their distinct effect on your system. Knowing their differences is key to understanding how careful you need to be with antibiotics.
-
A Korean Skincare Breakthrough Could Help Fight Drug-Resistant Bacteria, Says New Study
A Korean skincare staple is tackling the global superbug crisis. Scientists find Cica-derived madecassic acid stops drug-resistant E. coli by targeting proteins humans don't have. Find out why this matters for drug-resistant bacteria and its potentia
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50 Scientists Identify 5 Ways To Combat Dangerous Drug-Resistant Fungi
New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) A team of researchers said on Wednesday that an increasing number of fungi are becoming resistant to medication, posing serious risks for patients with weakened immune systems.
-
India's Drains Breeding Superbugs? Study Warns Of Hidden Health Risks
A new study finds India's urban sewage systems are acting as "genetic playgrounds" for antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
-
India Sets Import Price Floor On Key Penicillin Ingredients To Protect Drug Supply
The government has imposed a minimum import price on three key penicillin ingredients for one year, aiming to support domestic manufacturers and secure India's antibiotic supply chain.
-
Delhi's Toxic Winter Air May Carry Drug-Resistant Superbugs, Study Warns
A study by Jawaharlal Nehru University finds that Delhi's polluted winter air carries high levels of antibiotic-resistant bacteria or superbugs far above safe limits, posing public health risks, especially for vulnerable groups and those with chronic
-
All About Deadly 'Superbug' That's Spreading Fast Across US, Raising Concerns
The fungus is resistant to multiple antifungal drugs, making treatment challenging.
-
High Levels Of Antibiotic Resistant Superbugs In Delhi Air Posing Public Health Risks: Study
High levels of antibiotic-resistant superbugs in both indoor and outdoor environments in Delhi are posing public health risks, according to a study.
-
Health Experts Applaud PM Modi's Timely Call To Tackle Antibiotic Resistance
Prime Minister Narendra Modis message against the misuse of antibiotics is timely and draws attention to antimicrobial resistance (AMR) -- a very important health concern, said health experts on Monday.
-
Speed Over Safety? 10-Minute Medicine Deliveries By Blinkit, Zepto Spark Worry
Quick-commerce platforms like Blinkit and Zepto are offering 10-minute prescription medicine deliveries, raising concerns among users and doctors about poor verification, weak oversight and the risk of antibiotic misuse.
-
How Superbugs Spread In Cities: Contaminated Water, Food, Toilets And Public Spaces
Superbugs, drug-resistant bacteria, don't just infect hospitals. In cities, they spread through contaminated water, food, toilets and public areas.
-
9 Everyday Habits That Increase Your Risk of Carrying Superbugs
From overusing antibiotics to skipping handwashing and mishandling food, many daily habits unknowingly increase your risk of carrying drug-resistant bacteria.
-
India's Superbug Crisis: Lancet Data Misinterpreted, Says Government Body
The National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) says the findings of the recent Lancet study reflects bacterial colonisation, not infection, and does not indicate a nationwide crisis.
