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Novel 3D-printed implant could revolutionize infection control in surgery

A novel surgical implant developed by Washington State University researchers was able to kill 87% of the bacteria that cause staph infections in laboratory tests, while remaining strong and compatible with surrounding tissue like current implants.

20 Nov 2023

MHRA extends the license of two cystic fibrosis drugs for children aged two to five years old

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has today (15 November 2023) extended the licence of the cystic fibrosis medicines Kaftrio (ivacaftor, tezacaftor and elexacaftor) and Kalydeco (ivacaftor) for children aged two to five years old.

20 Nov 2023

Antibiotic consumption in Europe rebounds to pre-pandemic levels

This year's European Antibiotic Awareness Day (EAAD) focuses on the targets outlined in the 2023 Council Recommendation to step up efforts in the European Union (EU) against antimicrobial resistance in a One Health approach.

17 Nov 2023

Study reveals significant post-COVID meningitis resurgence

A team of scientists from the Institut Pasteur has used the database of the National Reference Center for Meningococci to trace the evolution of invasive meningococcal disease cases in France between 2015 and 2022, revealing an unprecedented resurgence in the disease after the easing of control measures imposed during the COVID-19 epidemic.

17 Nov 2023

Micronutrient deficiencies linked to gut microbiome shifts and antibiotic resistance

University of B.C. researchers have uncovered startling connections between micronutrient deficiencies and the composition of gut microbiomes in early life that could help explain why resistance to antibiotics has been rising across the globe.

17 Nov 2023

Green tea-silver nanoparticles: A promising weapon against superbugs

Once upon a time, people believed to be invincible against bacterial diseases, thanks to the antibiotics. Does this sound like a fairy tale? By all means! Nothing could be further from the truth.

17 Nov 2023

Intensive pig farming linked to dangerous zoonotic pathogens, study warns

A recent study in PNAS reveals that the expansion of large-scale pig rearing has led to the emergence of novel, highly pathogenic Streptococcus suis strains, posing a potential zoonotic threat. The research highlights the critical need for monitoring and control strategies in the face of escalating livestock populations.

16 Nov 2023

Promising new cancer therapy appears to be extremely potent against tuberculosis

A promising new cancer therapy also appears extremely potent against one of the world's most devastating infectious diseases: tuberculosis (TB).

16 Nov 2023

Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance Together: A Conversation with Dr. Beverley Isherwood

An interview with Dr Beverley Isherwood.

16 Nov 2023

Fecal microbiota transplantation boosts survival in metastatic colorectal cancer treatment

A recent study in eClinicalMedicine found that fecal microbiota transplantation, combined with fruquintinib and tislelizumab, significantly improved survival rates in patients with microsatellite stable metastatic colorectal cancer, showing manageable safety and notable increases in progression-free and overall survival.

15 Nov 2023

UMass Lowell researchers study gut microbiome's connection to neurodegenerative diseases

Researchers at UMass Lowell's Zuckerberg College of Health Sciences are exploring how the gut microbiome contributes to the risk of Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases.

15 Nov 2023

Bacteria fight phages with RNA-based immune defense

There's no organism on earth that lives free of threat - including bacteria. Predatory viruses known as phages are among their most dire foes, infiltrating their cells to replicate and take over.

15 Nov 2023

Latest surveillance data shows a rise in antibiotic resistant infections and associated deaths

The latest national surveillance data, announced at the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) annual conference in Leeds today, shows that an estimated 58,224 people in England had an antibiotic resistant infection in 2022 - a rise of 4% since 2021 (55,792).

15 Nov 2023

Sir Peter Barnes on World COPD Day: Awareness, Advances, and the Road Ahead

In this interview, we delve into the remarkable journey of Professor Sir Peter Barnes, a leading figure in respiratory medicine.

15 Nov 2023

Understanding asthma: The surprising influence of gut bacteria

The role of specific gut microbes in asthma.

15 Nov 2023

Cannabis shows promise in easing endometriosis pain, new research suggests

The Journal of Clinical Medicine review explores cannabis as a self-management strategy for endometriosis pain, revealing its potential to reduce gut inflammation and improve gut permeability, thereby alleviating bloating and suppressing pain through interactions with the endocannabinoid system and gut microbiota.

14 Nov 2023