We Want Antibiotics

The Body's Defense Disarmed By Tuberculosis Bacterium's Outer Cell Wall
Improving Detection of Streptococcal Pharyngitis Using Real-Time Biosurveillance Data CME

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar (Research Associate: Sandeep Nerkar)

2011-10-07T08:20:00.000-07:00

Fidaxomicin: A Macrocyclic Antibiotic for the Treatmentof Clostridium difficile Infection

Bacteria encode secret messages-Undercover E. coli act as updated invisible ink

How microbes train our immune system- Gut bacteria coax T cells to see them as friends

Newly Identified Antibodies May Improve Pneumonia Vaccine Design

Berkeley Lab PCR-Free Techniques ID The Most Active Microbes On The Scene

The Pitcher Plant Inspires Development Of Anti-Bacterial Slippery Coating

When Cellulitis Doesn't Resolve: A Mysterious Case

Roads Pave The Way For The Spread Of Superbugs

Development Of Self-Cleaning Cotton Which Breaks Down Pesticides, Bacteria
Current Recommendations For Testing For Legionella Missed 41 Percent Of Cases

Listeria Outbreak Death Toll Rises, US

Loyola To Host World MRSA Day

Bacteria Enter Via Mucus-Making Gut Cells

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar (Research Associate: Sandeep Nerkar)

2011-09-25T02:28:00.000-07:00

First guidelines formanaging pneumonia in children in US, by IDSA and PIDS - Medical News Today
US – Doctors are now cuttingdown on antibiotics for children – ABC news
Study shows personnel clothes harbours a lot of Meticillin Resistant Bacteria – Medpage Today
Neurological Complications Relating To E. Coli Considerably Improved When Flushing Out Antibody

Stomach Bacterium Damages Human DNA

Crowd-Sourcing The E. Coli O104:H4 Outbreak

Researchers Investigate New Mechanism For Predicting How Diseases Spread

Caltech Team Says Sporulation May Have Given Rise To The Bacterial Outer Membrane

Newspin on human origins story-OneNewsNow....Many claim that antibiotic resistanceis the observable proof of evolution. But are bacteria really evolving? Back in1988, explorers frozen in 1845 were ...

TheDisinformation Campaign Against Homeopathy- Huffington Post...... these studiesis as illogical as to say that antibiotics are ineffective just because .....
Dentists: Talking to Patients About Oral Sex Risks

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar (Research Associate: Sandeep Nerkar)

2011-09-16T14:11:00.000-07:00

Germany learns from E. coli outbreak
Resistant TB Spreading In Europe At Alarming Rate, WHO

Thousands Of Lives Could Be Saved By Cheap Generic Drugs In Sweden Alone

UTIs in Children: New Guidelines from AAP

Comparing Different Commercial Antibiotic Products of Vancomycin

Seeking More Effective Management Strategies For The Spread Of Infectious Diseases Affecting Plants, Domestic Animals, And Humans

Highlighting The Evolving Role Of Clinical Microbiology Laboratories

Pharmacologists Study First Drug-Resistant Strain Of Pneumonia To Enter Texas

Superbug Antibiotic Resistance Caused By Specific Genome Change

Genomic Analysis Of Superbug Provides Clues To Antibiotic Resistance

Cost Effective Infection Control Measures Could Save Thousands Of Lives, Billions Of Dollars

UTIs in Children: New Guidelines from AAP CME/CE

Antibiotic Prescriptions For Kids Drop 24% In 14 Years

Resistance To Antibiotics Is Ancient

Doctors' And Nurses' Hospital Uniforms Contain Dangerous Bacteria A Majority Of The Time, Study Shows

Parts Of Bacterium Genome Essential To Life Revealed By New Stanford Method

Bacteria Responsible For Black Death Discovered

New Technologies Improve Understanding Of Bacterial Infections

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-09-12T13:40:00.000-07:00

Bacterium & dengue fever

Insect Gut Microbe With A Molecular Iron Reservoir
Bacterium offers way to control dengue fever
Electrified bacterial filaments zap uranium
Rapid Diagnostic Testing of Infectious Diseases

Complications of Acute Bacterial Sinusitis in Children

Bacteria Responsible For Black Death Discovered
E. coli In The Countryside: Whose Problem Is It Anyway?
Treating Serious Complications Of E. Coli - Early Plasma Exchange Could Be The Key

High Incidence Of Drug-Resistant Bacteria In Afghan Patients
The Spread Of Antibiotic Resistant Strains Of Cholera Tracked Back To The Bay Of Bengal

Immediate Investigation Of Widespread Antibiotic Use And Overuse Urged By Researcher

Longer hospital stays increase chances of infection - fiercehealthcare.com

New Technologies Improve Understanding Of Bacterial Infections

Toxin-producing Bacteria- The Importance Of Knowing Your Enemy

Antibiotic Helpful in COPD Exacerbations But May Cause Hearing Loss

Antibiotics for Pediatric Skin Infections Vary in Effectiveness CME/CE

2011-09-05T22:10:00.000-07:00

On behalf of and with encouragement from IIMAR, Mohini Adke, Assistant Professor, KTHM college, Nashik, Maharashtra, India, has started the cause - STOP- Antibiotic Resistance on `facebook`. Please join the cause here

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-08-30T10:39:00.000-07:00

Bacteria fight against dengue- The wMel Wolbachia strain blocks dengue and invades caged Aedes aegypti populations- The Nature

How does flu season affect the use of respiratory fluoroquinolones, a class of broad-spectrum antibiotics commonly used to treat pneumonia and other bacterial infections?
Are you connected? -Clinton Herald....Most likely your resistance was low—perhaps your stress levels were too high ... every inhalation would bring massive infection;
Innovative Solutions for Clean Air in Critical Healthcare Settings: Express Healthcare Management
Unwashable Places In Produce May Harbour E. coli, Salmonella
With A 'Beta' Version Of Cell Behavior, Salmonella Stays Deadly
Poultry Farms That Go Organic Have Significantly Fewer Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria
Using Oral Vancomycin Prescriptions As A Proxy Measure For Clostridium Difficile Infections

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-08-28T07:37:00.000-07:00

New Compound May Protect Against The Deadly Toxin Botulinum

Natural Antimicrobials Tuned To Improve Their Effectiveness At Battling Superbugs

Program Reduces Infections, Saves Lives And Money

Discovery Of New Defense Against Common Hospital-Acquired Infection

Catheter Infections In Dialysis Patients Reduced By Acne-Treating Antibiotic

Bacteria From Dog Feces Discovered In Urbanized Air

Sepsis Nationwide Trends In The 21st Century

Micro-organisms Are "invisible" To The Immune System

CDC Baffled By Legionnaire's Disease Cases Way Up In The US

Virus Uses 'Swiss Army Knife' Protein To Cause Infection

Study Reveals How Microbes Travel The Earth

Study Reveals Parasite-Infected Rodents Attracted To Cat Odor

Amoebas On The Offensive? Second Child Death Reported In A Month

Unwashable Places In Produce May Harbor E. coli, Salmonella

Pathway Mapped Of Infection For A Common, Potentially Life-Threatening Respiratory Virus

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-08-20T15:46:00.000-07:00

Germany – Governmental funding for research in antibiotic resistance and hospital acquired infections
MDR Salmonella Kentucky, including R against ciprofloxacin, spreading and found in UK, France and Denmark
UK – MRSA at record low in many acute trusts
US – Salmonella outbreak reignites debate over antibiotics in food supply – an outbreak of antibiotic resistant Salmonella
Australia – antimicrobial stewardship is one of the major points on a communiqué after a Health Ministers’ Conference in Darwin
Don't let the bugs bite- The West Australian
Turkey recall raises US food safety questions...Reuters India.....
Venus Remedies to outlicense 4 drugs in US, Europe
Changing Incidence of Bacterial Meningitis
Fresh Strawberries Tainted With E. Coli Sicken 10, One Dies In NW Oregon
Natural Food Preservative That Kills Food-Borne Bacteria

Researchers Find New Bacterium Causing Tick-Borne Illness Ehrlichiosis In Wis., Minn.

The Natural Products Potential Of Frankia

Superbug Evolution Aided By Aggressive Drug Therapy

Resistant Salmonella Strain Resurfaces; FDA Cracks Down With New Laws

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-07-30T23:02:00.000-07:00

New Infection Prevention Guidance for Outpatient Settings

Cotrimoxazole Prophylaxis: Which Regimen Is Best?
New Measures, Legislation Aimed at Antibiotic Resistance

Predicting Which Patients May Have CRE on Hospital Admission

Fidaxomicin: New Drug for Clostridium difficile -- Where Will It Fit?

A New Era: Molecular Tuberculosis Diagnosis

Forgotten but Not Gone

International Team Collaborates On Sequence Data For German E. Coli Outbreak

People Who Suffer From Antibiotic-resistant Bacteria Must Be Better Addressed In Health Care

Mice with human livers deal with drugs the human way

UK Biotech Company Leading Fight To Cure E. Coli

Identifying C. diff In Hospital Labs

People Who Suffer From Antibiotic-resistant Bacteria Must Be Better Addressed In Health Care

New Technology Makes Textiles Permanently Germ-Free; Targets Healthcare-Associated Infections

EFSA Publishes Report On The E. Coli O104:H4 Outbreaks In Germany & France And Makes Further Recommendations To Protect Consumers

Government To Invest In New Research To Tackle Threat Caused By Sepsis, UK

NICE Consults On New Advice On Preventing And Controlling Healthcare-Associated Infections

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-07-03T22:21:00.000-07:00

Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase Genes of Escherichia coli in Chicken Meat and Humans, the Netherlands

Top 10 Infection Control Challenges

UK – open conflict over best way to reduce HAI:s, as orthopedic surgeon ousts PM David Cameron with film crew from visit in the ward

Fighting Salmonella With Living Antibiotic

E. Coli Outbreak In France, UK

The Goal Of New Research Area: Slowing The Spread Of Drug-Resistant Diseases

New Discovery In Battle Against Plague And Bacterial Pneumonias

Meta-Analysis Reveals Bacteria-Virus Infection Patterns

Simple Cotton Swab Slashes Reduce Post-Op Infection

3M Announces Solution To Provide Real-Time Infection Rate And Cost Data Associated With Healthcare-Acquired Infections

'Red Box' Duct Tape Safe Zone Saves Hospitals Time, Money; Improves Infection Prevention, Communication With Isolated Patients

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-06-26T11:45:00.000-07:00

Movements against giant factory pig farms in UK – Antibiotic use being one reason
Germany: the E. coli blame game... E. coli bacteria itself enjoyed the very 21st-century advantage of antibiotic resistance. The facts of 21st-century food production mean that such ...
E. Coli Outbreak: Watch for Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
'Superbug' Diagnosis Needs Better Patient Explanation- New Study

E. Coli Bacteria More Likely To Develop Resistance After Exposure To Low Levels Of Antibiotics Reports A Study In Microbial Drug Resistance

InstantLabs Expands Middle East Presence Of Hunter Accelerated-PCR® Systems For Detection Of E. Coli And Other Pathogens

Pall GeneDisc(R) Technology A Key Detection Tool In E.coli Outbreak

HPA Scientists Unlock Secrets Of E. Coli Outbreak Strain, UK

Meridian Tests Detect Deadly Toxins Produced By E. Coli O104 Outbreak Strain

Scientists Provide Free Access To The E. coli's Genetic Regulation Data

Salmonella Outbreak Linked To Ducklings Or Chicks, Ohio Investigates

E. Coli Outbreak, Vegetable Sprouts Most Likely The Cause, Say German Authorities

Antimicrobial Peptides, An Alternative To Antibiotics

Treatment of Community-Associated MRSA

France – plan for veterinary antibiotic use; a national plan to reduce veterinary antibiotic use is launched

Cefepime-Resistant Pseudomonas Aeruginosa

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-06-13T04:14:00.000-07:00

Update On E. Coli Outbreak In Europe By European Centre For Disease Prevention And Control

E. Coli Emergency Talks By European Union Agriculture Ministers, Germany Criticized

No Progress In Salmonella During Past 15 Years Food Safety Annual Report Card Targets Hard-to-prevent Infection

A Potential Treatment For Deadly E. Coli Disease

Update On Large Outbreak Of Haemolytic Uraemic Syndrome Caused By E. Coli In Germany - Important Advice For Travellers, UK

Finding Source Of E. Coli Outbreak In Germany - Why Has It Taken So Long?

FDA Statement On E. Coli O104 Outbreak In Europe

Tips And Resources On Foodborne Illness As European Outbreak Of E. Coli Points To Importance Of Safe Food Handling

As E Coli Outbreak In Germany Continues, Experts Are Concerned About Pressure On Health Facilities, Antibiotic Resistance And Preparedness Across EU

E. Coli Outbreak, Spain And Germany Seek European Level Aid For Spanish Farmers

Copper Proves Effective Against New E. coli Strains

Genome Sequence Identifies Super-Toxic Bacteria As Cause Of The Current European Epidemic

DNA Sequencing Data Reveals New Hybrid E. Coli Strain Is Cause Of German Outbreak

E. Coli Outbreak In Europe Is New Strain, WHO

Food Safety Expert Calls On U.S. To "Get Proactive" About E. Coli

Antibodies Successful In The Treatment Of The Hemolytic-Uremic Syndrome From EHEC

A Sweet Defence Against Lethal Bacteria

New Antibiotics A Step Closer With Discovery Of Bacterial Protein Structure

Noisy Operations Associated With Increased Infections After Surgery

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-06-04T09:51:00.000-07:00

Pain in Spain: The E. Coli Outbreak's Lousy Timing - TIME By Lisa Abend / Madrid Thursday, June 02, 2011. A farmer throws out a cucumber crop after it was ...

1. Deadliest E.coli Outbreak is from Mutant Strain Never Seen Before .... Cucumbers from Spain were initially blamed as the sole source for the E. coli outbreak– but further tests revealed that was not the case. ...

 Analysis: Fighting E.coli war with smart machines and soap‎ -Reuters -

European E. coli strain likely resistant to antibiotics

All EU Member States should "perform regular systematic surveillance and monitoring of animal antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in both food producing and companion animals", an EU Parliament resolution European Parliament

Israel – outbreak of Klebsiella pn in neonatal unit hits 9 babies, kills one in Sheba Medical Center - Haaretz

Sinusitis – more of an inflammatory problem than an infectious – New York Times

Bed Bugs Are Biting And Spreading Resistant Super Bacteria MRSA

Antibiotic-Resistant Staph Bacteria Is Found In US Meat...The Business Insider...The real issue is as the prevalence in meat of antibiotic resistant bacterial infection grows larger and larger, and the types of antibiotic resistant ...

Bacterium Salmonella Enterica Regulates Virulence According To Iron Levels Found In Its Surroundings Salmonella, A Threat To Caiman, Other Wildlife And Humans

Sharing Musical Instruments Means Sharing Germs

Sugar Boosters Could Lead To Cheap, Effective Treatments For Chronic Bacterial Infections

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-05-12T11:52:00.000-07:00

Staphylococcus Aureus Investigational Vaccine Elicits A Positive Immune Response In Phase 1 Study

New Early Recognition Staph Infection Test Now FDA Approved

World's Largest Conference On Infectious Diseases Highlights "Superbug" Spread, Vaccine Developments And Potential Diagnostic Improvements

How Scientists Think About Infectious Diseases Is Changing: New Study Reveals When Livestock Can Transmit Foot-And-Mouth Disease

Short Antibiotic Courses Safer For Breathing-Tube Infections In Children

Drug-resistance Fears For Deadly Fungal Disease

UK – NICE recommendations on reductions in AB prophylaxis for endocarditis have been rapidly implemented, and resulted in lower consumption of ABs - OnMedica

Prostate Exam Deaths Tied to 'Superbug' Ills Spur Cancer-Test ...Bloomberg- The 15-minute procedure, usually performed in a doctor's office, can be dangerous if the bacteria are resistant to antibiotics given at the time of the ...

Prostate biopsy can be risky: More men getting ill from drug ...Charleston Post Courier The test carries an infection risk because the needle can take bacteria from ... can be dangerous if the bacteria are resistant to antibiotics given at the ...

Antibiotics, Not Surgery, May Sometimes Better Treat Appendicitis

Scientists Who Explained Human Sex Chromosomes Receive $250,000 Award

PolyMedix Defensin-Mimetic Antibiotic PMX-30063 Active Against NDM-1 Drug-Resistant Bacteria

Bacteria On Hands Increased By Washing With Contaminated Soap

Low-Cost Sensor Can Diagnose Bacterial Infections By Odour

Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria Have Evolved A Unique Chemical Mechanism, New Discovery Reveals

Safe Injection Recommendations Developed By Public And Private Stakeholders To Reduce Risk Of Patient Infections

Humans Shown To Have Intestinal Bacteria Groups As Well As Blood Groups

The Future of Hand-Washing: "Big Brother" Is Watching You... What do you think?

More Evidence That Gastric Acid-Suppressive Drugs Raise Pneumonia Risk

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-05-03T06:19:00.001-07:00

UK – fight goes on against MRSA – here a report from Univ Hospital of South Manchester, now fighting the bug with music, on the tune of YMCA- Daily Mail
France – Ministry of Health recommendations for hand hygiene out on MoH web
FDA acts against false marketing of hand sanitizing producers, claiming that their products will protect them against E coli and MRSA – Daily Mail
Ecuador – an ABR awareness-raising project, ”PhotoResist”, has been launched by ReAct and Ecuadorian counterparts - ReAct

MRSA, VRE Prevention Ineffective in ICU Intervention

MRSA Prevention Effective in a Large Healthcare System

Staphylococcus aureus Infections in US Veterans, Maryland, USA 1999-2008

Tuberculosis Among Health Care Workers

Resistant UTIs: Running Out of Options

How Gut Bacteria Affects Our Health

Three Main Bacteria Groups Identified, What's In YOUR Body?

Bacteria Go Dormant To Hide From Antibiotics

Streptococci And E. coli Continue To Put Newborns At Risk For Sepsis

CDC Supports National Initiative To Improve Patient Safety

FDA Approves The First Vaccine To Prevent Meningococcal Disease In Infants And Toddlers

Disabling Coordinated Behavior And Virulence Gene Expression In Bacteria

Scientists Discover New Mechanism In Salmonella That Helps Invading Host Cells

New Hope For Treatment Of Painful Adult Shingles Offered By UGA Compound

UCSD Experts To Raise Awareness Of Meningitis Prevention

Hand Cleaners Don't Protect Against MRSA; FDA Warns Makers

Can The International Health Regulations Apply To Antimicrobial Resistance?

Antibiotics Disrupt Gut Ecology, Metabolism

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-04-21T06:16:00.000-07:00

ICU Cleaning Intervention May Reduce MRSA, VRE Transmission

Putting a Stop to MRSA: Active Detection and Isolation?

MRSA Discovered On Braces, UK.

Food Safety Researchers Target Lesser-Known E. coli Types

Fluorescent Test System To Hunt For Deadly Bacteria

New In Vitro Study Data Show That Wound Dressing With Silver Kills MRSA And Other 'Superbugs' Resistant To Antibiotics

Honey & Antibiotic

Multi-Drug-Resistant Staph Found In Nearly 1 In 4 Samples Of Meat And Poultry: US Nationwide Study

Challenges In Stemming The Spread Of Resistant Bacteria In Intensive Care

Antibiotic Resistance Can Be Reversed By Honey

Animal Bite-Associated Infections
Mandatory training sought to combat resistant bacteria‎ - American Medical News

Doctors Urge Action Against Deadly Infections‎ - North American Press Syndicate
More Bad News for Meat Eaters: Chicken Samples Contaminated‎ - AOL News
Staph seen in nearly half of US meat‎ - CNN

Honey 'could help fight superbug'‎ - BBC News
Honey can reverse antibiotic resistance ‎HealthCanal.com
Antibiotic resistant bacteria found in 8% of children- Focus Taiwan News Channel -Nearly 8 percent of local preschoolers in Taiwan are infected with a multi-drug resistant bacteria that causes various types of ...

Fears of sex infection superbug-Stuff.co.nz - Stacey Kirk - An increasing resistance to antibiotics in the past year has sexual health experts concerned gonorrhoea is becoming the nation's next superbug. ...

Is Sexually Transmitted Gonorrhea Becoming a 'Superbug'?- MyHealthNewsDaily - Rachael Rettner - Experts are working on strategies to prevent antibiotic resistance, including treating the disease with several antibiotics at once. ...

Acne Antibiotics Not Linked to Drug Resistance- BusinessWeek - The finding came as a bit of a surprise, since widespread use of antibiotics has been credited with encouraging antibiotic resistance in bacteria generally. ...

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-04-13T00:59:00.000-07:00

WHO Calls for Action on Superbugs-Wall Street Journal: Antibiotics lose their effectiveness over time, as bacteria naturally evolve and mutate, becoming resistant. And resistance is a global problem.

No Action Today, No Cure Tomorrow Says WHO:Yentha-By using tests in the lab to determine antibiotic sensitivity, a doctor can find the most suitable antibiotic..

FAO makes a heavy statement on antibiotic use in agriculture, almost saying ”no to antibiotic growth promoters”

A Motion to the EU Parliament for a Resolution on antibiotic resistance, with focus on antibiotic use in animal production, was laid forward

EU Commission: ”World Health Day: fight against antimicrobial resistance must continue on a global scale”

UK - Gonorrhoea treatment failures to cefixime and azithromycin in England, 2010

US – 875 000 ”medical tourists” went abroad from the US for medical care in 2010, according to an article in ...antibiotics resistance transferring problem is not mentioned

Papua New Guinea/NZ – AB without prescription, ”dr sometimes sees patients in remote highlands with infections hard to treat”

Special Report: When the drugs don't work: Reuters

Prophylactic Antibiotics Lower Bacterial Resistance in ICU

Vaccination would curb Haitian cholera

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-04-07T04:59:00.000-07:00

Antibiotic Superbugs CRKP & MRSA: Who's at Risk?
WHO warns drugs misuse weakens fight against diseases
Bacteria Outbreak Kills Nine In Six Alabama Hospitals

Next-generation Disease Fighters: 'Bacterial Dirigibles'

Time To Right Antibiotic Has Major Impact In Children With Severe Pneumonia

E. Coli Lawyer Pritzker Calls On Palmyra Bologna Company To Notify Customers Of Long-Term Risks Of An E. Coli O157:H7 Infection

Resistant Disease-Producing Bacteria Turned Into Ghosts By Antibiotics Wrapped In Nanofibers

Enhanced Cleaning Of ICUs Associated With Reduced Risk Of MRSA Transmission

Multi-Drug Resistant Pathogen, Carbapenem-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae Found In Large Numbers In LA County

Infections After Cardiac Device Implantation Produce Excess Costs And Mortality

Antibiotic-Resistant Germs Eliminated By Copper In Live Global Broadcast, UK

CDC And NIH Update Guidelines To Protect Patients From Bloodstream Infections

New Superbug Detected In Australia

Infectious Disease Management in Primary Care

MRSA in the Dental Office
Seasonal Changes In MRSA Infection
Multi-Disciplinary Strategies Outlined To Protect Patients From Bloodstream Infection
New Antibiotic Resistant Generation of Bugs Cause of Worry...doctors and scientists have no answer.

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-03-30T06:58:00.000-07:00

Collaborative Study Reveals Evolutionary 'Winners' And 'Losers'

Top 30 medicines to save mothers and children

Novel Ways To Control The Spread Of Antibiotic Resistance

Ireland – continued upheaval around carbapenem resistant outbreak

US – Carbapenem Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae surface in Southern California - Los Angeles County reported

US – A Plan to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance – somewhat curiously, a Draft Action Plan – A Public Health Action Plan to Combat Antimicrobial-Resistance 2010

Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) Resource Center

Illicit Drug Use in Pregnancy: Effects and Management

India – dirty money; a study presents findings of bacteria, often resistant, on coins as well as bills

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-03-22T11:26:00.000-07:00

Resistance pressure changes recommended treatment for Mycoplasma genitalium

Friendly bacteria fight the flu
US – when carbapenem-resistant infections increase, also nurses need to be good antibiotic stewards

Australia – increased AB use, because of the swine flu pandemic? Much work seems to be undone, and Australia is one of the highest users in the OECD

Europe - livestock-associated MRSA in humans not so common

Switzerland – ”ongoing dissemination of KPC throughout Europe” – a conclusion drawn by Swiss investigators now reporting four cases of patients with Klebsiella pneumoniae carbapenemase-producing....

Haitian Earthquake Cholera Worse Than Expected; Japan Next?

Do gut bacteria worsen malnourishment?

Candida And Staphylococcus Commonly Found On Retainers

Oral Vaccine Could Prevent Half Of Cholera Cases, But Less Effective In Kids

Study Helps Explain How Pathogenic E. coli Bacterium Causes Illness

DU Researchers Find That Headway Being Made Fighting Communicable Diseases Globally

Novel Strategies Target Health-Care-Associated Infections

Why Are The Elderly So Vulnerable To Pneumonia?

$10 Million Awarded To Help Reduce Health Care-Associated Infections

New HPA guidance on tackling emerging antibiotic resistance
International clinical practice guidelines for the treatment of acute uncomplicated cystitis and pyelonephritis in women: A 2010 update by IDSA and ESCMID

Clinical Practice Guidelines by IDSA for the Treatment of MRSA Infections in Adults and Children

Implementation of guidelines for management of possible multidrug-resistant pneumonia in intensive care: an observational, multicentre cohort study

Mayo Clinic Proceedings Releases “General Principles of Antimicrobial Therapy”

Grant To Combat Healthcare-Associated Staph Infections

Deeper investigation into horse farming etc, hopefully finding ways to i a improve protection against spread of

EARS-Net and EARSS figures show a decreased proportion of MRSA among Staph aureus infections, but both a clear

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-03-11T00:19:00.000-08:00

Vancomycin Resistant Enterococcus outbreak in a Dundee hospital, Scotland – 11 patients tested positive

US – CDC reports a strong decline in blood stream infections from 2001 to 2009, in ICU’s down by 58%

Resistance Maps for visualizing development of resistance for some important combinations of pathogens and antibiotics over time – by Center for Disease Dynamics, Economics & Policy

UK health agency warns over antibiotic resistance

Testing Followed by Penicillin Remains Standard for Streptococcal Pharyngitis

Gym Surfaces Not As Laced With MRSA As Previously Thought, Study

Zooming In On The Weapons Of Salmonella

Microbial Version Of The David And Goliath Story

Bacterial Contamination Of Herbs And Spices Consumed In Spain

New Method For Infectious Diseases Research Developed At Umeå University

Australian Honey Proves To Be A Powerful Anti-Bacterial Treatment

A Persistently Red, Hot, Swollen Knee

Looking At Pharmaceutical, Agricultural Uses For T. virens

Group B Strep Is Still Main Cause Of Bacterial Meningitis In Newborns

Researchers Describe The Pump That Bacteria Use To Resist Drugs

New Finding In Ribosome Signaling May Lead To Improved Antibiotics

Antibiotics Pollute Rivers, Leading To Resistant Bacteria

Trees That Can Help In The Fight Against Deadly Staph Infections In Humans

WHO EURO now, in its new web interface, has a page on antimicrobial resistance, including one on antibiotic resistance

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-03-02T04:43:00.000-08:00

Rapid increase of carbapenemase-producing Klebisella pneumoniae strains in a large Italian hospital

All NHS Scotland Patients To Be Screened For MRSA Bugs Says Scottish Health Secretary Nicola Sturgeon

World Health Day - 7 April 2011. Antimicrobial resistance: no action today, no cure tomorrow

A fact sheet on Antimicrobial Resistance -February 2011.

Stakeholder Consultation on the Transatlantic Task Force on antimicrobial resistance

Mind Reading: Can We Protect Ourselves from the 'Superbug' MRSA?

Norway – prevalence of nosocomial infections 2010 published by Folkehelseinstituttet, show similar figures of 6 – 7%, stable from previously

Denmark – prevalence of nosocomial infections 2010 published by SSI, showing an overall prevalence of NI of 7.7% in second half of 2010. One third (33.4%) of all patients were on antibiotics

Dentists educated in ABR in Stockholm County – dental care prescribes around eight per cent in Sweden

Horse handlers informed about ABR at Gothenburg Euro Horse Fair

Virus rescue when antibiotic fails :Bacteriophage therapy – the one Swedish project ... aims to find cures against MDR Klebsiella pneumoniae

New Findings on Staphyloccocus aureus Response to cell wall inhibitors: Perhaps one step closer toward avoiding antibiotic resistance

Newly cleaned physician uniforms and infrequently washed white coats have similar rates of bacterial contamination after an 8-hour workday

Antimicrobial susceptibility of Bacteroides fragilis group isolates in Europe: 20 years of experience

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-02-25T00:38:00.001-08:00

Treatment failure against pharyngeal gonorrhoea in Sweden with ceftriaxone

“No difference between short and long sleeves” – a new study published comparing the amount of bacteria on short-sleeved....

Canada – supermarket chicken harbour ”superbugs” according to a study made by a Canadian TV research team

Australia – Antimicrobial Resistance Summit 2011 held in Sydney –

Race against time to develop new antibiotics-World Health Organization

"Ear Infections: Digging can do more harm than good"

Sex in Pregnancy Is Generally Safe, With Few Complications

Bacteria Acquire Human Genes

Team Hopes To Cut Years Off Development Time Of New Antibiotics

Needleless IV Connectors Connected To Bloodstream Infections

Fast, Simple Test For Detecting Cholera Rampaging In 40 Countries May Be On The Horizon

An Improved Approach To Detecting Pathogens In Waterways

Turning Bacteria Against Themselves

Spread Of The Bacteria Slowed By Inhibiting MRSA's Ability To Degrade RNA

"Greatest threat to human health'- Antibiotics also kill off the body's friendly bacteria, or "gut flora"

What is Penicillin? How Do Penicillins Work?

Careful Cleaning Of Children's Skin Wounds Key To Healing, Regardless Of Antibiotic Choice

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-02-10T22:20:00.000-08:00

A Better Way to Diagnose Pneumonia... reducing the inappropriate use of antibiotics and the long-term negative impacts of drug resistance, ...

UK health agency warns over antibiotic resistance

A probiotic approach to caries management

Australia – Superbug outbreak evacuates ward at large Perth hospital

Antibiotic reduces relapse of C. difficile: study

New HPA Guidance On Tackling Emerging Antibiotic Resistance, UK

Antibiotic Offers Potential For Anti-Cancer Activity

Preventing Infection With Technology: CDH Disinfects With Flashing UV Light
Mental Health Problems More Common Among Non-Heterosexual People, UK

Tracing The Evolutionary Path Of Multidrug-Resistant Strep Bacteria
Bacteria In The Gut May Influence Brain Development And Behaviour
Link Between Specific Populations Of Gut Bacteria And Fatty Liver

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-02-04T21:48:00.000-08:00

UK: ”NHS on alert as wave of super-resistant bugs hits hospitals”

Race against time to develop new antibiotic-

CASES OF COMMUNITY-ACQUIRED METICILLIN-RESISTANT STAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS IN AN ASYLUM SEEKERS CENTRE IN GERMANY, NOVEMBER 2010-

US study: MRSA screening cost effective - Screening intensive care unit patients for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus is cost-neutral....

Mortality associated with in-hospital bacteraemia caused by Staphylococcus aureus: a multistate analysis with follow-up beyond hospital discharge.

Nigeria – nosocomial MRSA epidemic in Lagos? – concerns following numerous reports of the infection

Deadly superbugs are spread miles from farms by house flies and cockroaches

Global Scenario of Bacteria, Infections, Antibiotics and Resistance- By Dr. A. J. Tamhankar

2011-01-29T04:50:00.000-08:00

Spin-Out To Apply New Technology For Tackling Infection
Plague And Bacterial Pneumonias: New Discovery Could Lead To Vaccines
Mystery Of 'Inactive' Defensin Solved: Defense Mechanism Against Bacteria And Fungi Deciphered
Research Shows How Pathogenic Bacteria Hide Inside Host Cells
An IQ Test Developed To Assess And Outsmart Bacteria's "Social Intelligence"
Poll: Americans Oppose Efforts To Limit Access To Antibacterial Soaps
Antibiotic Slows Growth Of Bladder, Breast Cancer Cells
Pathogen Adapts To Thrive And Infect By Taking Mating Cues From Many Sources
Also In Global Health News: Cholera Death In DR; TB Vaccine Study; Rising Food Prices
Researcher Working Towards Pharmacological Targets For Cholera
For Many Animal Species Long-Distance Migration May Help Reduce Infectious Disease Risks
Dana-Farber Receives $5.6M Grant To Develop Rapid Countermeasures To Infectious Agents
Multi-National Project Focuses On Developing Countermeasure For Natural And Intentional Exposure To Disease Pathogens
Are Household Bugs A Risk To Human Health?
Grants For 6 Technische Universitaet Muenchen Researchers: Trailblazing Projects Range From Particle Physics To Medicine
Young Minority Women Screened At Higher Rate For Chlamydia Than Young White Women

2011-01-26T23:04:00.000-08:00

Q-and -A about when and why you need Antibiotics
Dangerous Side Effect of Antibiotics : Probiotics Counteract
Antibiotics Resistance in food chain
Study finds that Clot-Dissolvin Stroke Drug may Prevent Dialysis Catheter Infections
Certain strains of food-born Bacteria may cause Fatal Heart Infection
Bacteria developed Strategy of hiding within host cells to escape immune system and many antibacterial treatments
New study suggests that Deadly Superbugs can come from animal farms also
Role of Promiscous Protiens in Antibiotic Resistance

2011-01-22T08:09:00.000-08:00

Sleeping with Pet can make you sick

Misuse of Antibiotics: Obstacle to fight against many diseases

2011-01-17T02:09:00.000-08:00

First Gene that makes Bacteria Antibiotic Resistance : Taiwan

New Drug against Deadly Superbug

Bacteria may prove useful in controlling antibiotic resistance germs : U.S. Research

If armed with bacterial enzyme Virus may fight against Brain tumors

Bacteria cure for bad breath?

2011-01-08T22:25:00.000-08:00

Incidence of Human Infection with R.Felis in Australia have been underestimated

New ways to tackle environmental diseases

An automated system to detect Genetic changes in Influenza virus

Scientist examining pharma groups to make drugs more affordable in Developed countries.

Scientist identify key interaction in Hepatitis C Virus

Conflicting views on Drug side-effect tests

Acute Hepatitis C Infection affects the CNS system in HIV-1 infected individuals?

Did good Bacteria in Yoghurts is really healthy?

Antibiotics shows promise to treat Irritable Bowl Syndrome

Antibiotics aren't needed in all cases of MRSA

Antibiotics may cause Asthma in babies?

IDSA releases MRSA treatment guideline

2011-01-02T00:54:00.000-08:00

How long the world's antibiotics is sufficient?

One of the most sinister threats to global public health is also one of the least talked about.
As more and more super bacteria becoming resistant to the most powerful forms of antibiotics harvested 100 000 century casualties each year and now the question is how long the world's antibiotics is sufficient.
- It has already run out in some countries. Then it stop.Then you are back to the PAE era, "says Professor Otto Cars, Sweden's foremost expert on antibiotics.
New life-saving tool to fight against cholera in Haitti
Sally Jackson Cheese: Risk of E.coli : FDA
Researcher's selects microbes to improve chocolates
Delay in Surgical Procedures : Risk of Infections
Cold Plasma Jets An effective alternative to Antibiotics?
Breakthrough in Antimicrobial Technologies for medical devices