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

Portable Device Rapidly Detects Infectious Diseases

Bacterium Fine-Tunes Proteins For Enhanced Functionality

How E. coli Bacteria Hijack Cells' Directional Mechanism

No Antibodies Required For Immunity Against Some Viruses 

Bacterium's Secrets Revealed By Pioneering Research 

Researchers Suggest That Bacteria Communicate By Touch - Study 

How Sulfa Drugs Kill Bacteria Yields 21st Century Drug Development Target 

Soil Bacteria Discovery Paves The Way For New Synthesis Of Antibiotics 

Do Bacteria Have Built-In Cell Death Mechanisms? 

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

Tool Can Help Save Lives By Quickly Tracing Origins Of Foodborne Pathogens
Decoding The Molecular Machine Behind E. coli And Cholera 
New Hope For Total Joint Replacement Patients: Immunization For MRSA On The Horizon 
Compound May Help In Fight Against Antibiotic-Resistant Superbugs 
Gut Bacteria May Have Role In Obesity 
Study Finds Weight Loss Can Be Contagious 

Publication Of Novel Tuberculosis Research Technology 

Antibiotics May Not Be Needed for Acute Rhinosinusitis CME  

Mortality Rates Reduced With Zinc in Children With Pneumonia CME  

Low Rate of Febrile UTI After Correction of Vesicoureteral Reflux CME 

Czech Republic from Egypt - NDM-1 positive Acinetobacter baumannii, via repatriated patient – spread to one other patientin same room in ICU. First NDM-1 in Czech Republic - Eurosurveillance 

Ireland, in child arrived from India; NDM-1-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae; first NDM-1Enterobacteriaceae reported in Ireland -Eurosurveillance

Germany – two more MRSA colonized babies found in the Freiburg neonatal clinic - Focus

Hungary – “2500 infected by MDR bacteria, 700 deaths for last year”, andthis is probably underestimates, says Prof. Csaba Balazs of a Budapest hospital - Baon 

Cyprus – “Make antibiotics less available!”, after article –Cyprus Mail

US – ”Sinus infections not cured by AB:s”; a  study in JAMA 

Norway –Mycoplasma pneumoniae on the retreat; “now back to penicillin V!” -  FHI

Brazil-Medical tourism and the enormous sums it involves, to be weighedagainst the risk of contract and spread of MDR bacteria -Folha   
”Optimisation of infection prevention and control in acutehealth care by use of behaviour change: a systematic review” – The Lancet Infectious Diseases 

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

The FDA's Confusing Message On Antibiotic Use On Farms: WBUR...While I agree that prophylactic treatment of farm animals is the primary problem indeveloping antibiotic resistant bacteria, the author misspoke  
'Untreatable' Gonorrhea Looms, CDC Warns: MedPage Today...By Crystal Phend, SeniorStaff Writer, MedPage Today Gonorrhea is putting up increasing resistance tothe last antibiotic class highly effective against it, ... 

Bacterial Bronchitis Frequent in Children With Chronic Wet Cough CME 

Intervention Curbs Antibiotic Use for Lower Respiratory Tract Infection CME 

Tackling Prescription Drug Abuse With Formulary Restriction?

Manuka Honey Could Be The Answer For Treating And Preventing Wound Infections

Pneumonia Survival May Improve With Stimulation Of Brain Hormone Action 

How Bacteria Behind Serious Childhood Disease Evolve To Evade Vaccines 

Stealthy Leprosy Pathogen Evades Critical Vitamin D-Dependent Immune Response 

Vaccine development: Man vs MRSA 

Penicillin and Multiple Sclerosis: Is There a Connection?  

In Hospitals, Transmission Of Clostridium Difficile May Not Be Through Contact With Infected Patients 

New Insight Into 2011 E. coli Outbreaks In Europe Provided By Whole-Genome Sequencing 

Anthrax Susceptibility Varies Between Individuals 

How Bacteria Come Back From The Dead 

Four ways Monsanto threatens the environment and public health 

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

Gastrointestinal Problems In Autistic Children May Be Due To Gut Bacteria 
Fighting Infections Diseases - Blocking pathogen's Entry Into Cells 

Fighting Infectious Diseases - New Strategy 

Neglected Yaws Disease - Changing Oral Antibiotic Administration Might Help Eliminate It 

Short, Sharp Shock Treatment For E. coli 

UGA Scientists 'Hijack' Bacterial Immune System 

Can a vaccine cure Haiti's cholera? 

Pneumococcal Vaccine for Older Adults Approved: FDA 

The EU Commission “Proposal for adecision of the European Parliament and of the Council on serious cross-borderthreats to health”, which include antimicrobialresistance 

Finland – MRSAinvestigation; after MRSA was found in a clinical sample of onepatient at Raumo central hospital, of the 250 so far screened, 9 were found tocarry the bacteria 
Successful fighting againstHAI inWest Sussex – no cases of MRSA in 2011, and C difficile also reduced – The Argus
Germany – “savings and lackof staff reason for outbreak” ofMRSA in Bremen-Mitte neonatal unit, with three dead, it is said in aninvestigation – NWZ online 
The FDA restriction on cephalosporin use now commented in Scientific American 

Enigmatic fossils are neither animals nor bacteria  

MRSA Post Tympanostomy Tube Placement Does Not Mean More Surgery Or Complications 

Bacteria Battle Against Toxic Fluoride 

Research Suggests New Way To Ensure Effectiveness Of TB Treatment 

Ireland – publicinformation campaigning on ABR debated; Irish Times 

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

Novel Use Of Drug Saves Children From Deadly E. Coli Bacteria Disease

Risk for Wheeze in Kids Increased With Antibiotics, Acetaminophen 

Hospital-Acquired C difficile Infection Prolongs Length of Stay 

The Next Generation of Cephalosporins: New Additions in the Arsenal Against cSSSIs 

When Staph Won't Go Away: Bacteremia and Salvage Therapy 

Antimicrobial Treatment for Advanced Periodontal Disease  

Purdue Scientists Reveal How Bacteria Build Homes Inside Healthy Cells 

ViroPharma Announces Approval Of Modernized Labeling For Vancocin® (vancomycin Hydrochloride, USP) Capsules 

Researchers Mirror Human Response To Bacterial Infection And Resolution In Mice 

Drugs Used To Overcome Cancer May Also Combat Antibiotic Resistance 

Increasing Condom Use, Reducing Sexually Transmitted Infections Through Behavioral Interventions 

Tuberculosis - How Effective Is Cod Liver Oil? 

How Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis Cells Form 

Scientists Develop Animal Model For TB-Related Blindness 

Oral Antibiotic Superior to Topical Antibiotic in Trichiasis Trial   

Does the Cranberry Beat Antibiotics for Recurrent UTIs? 

Antimicrobial Treatment for Advanced Periodontal Disease  
Sewage Treatment Plants May Contribute To Antibiotic Resistance Problem 

AgaDerm® (NVC-422 Gel) May Be A Welcome Alternative To Bacitracin And Neomycin For Treating Skin Infections 

New Discovery Bonds To Anthrax Spores, Not Just Anthrax Bacteria 

Closing In On An Ulcer- And Cancer-Causing Bacterium 

Unpleasant Smell Linked To Gonorrhea In Men 

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

Will New Antimicrobials Overcome Resistance Among Gram-negatives?  
Carbapenem-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae in Long-Term Care 
Prevention of Healthcare-Associated Infections in an Era of Public Reporting: Present and Future  CME 

Septin proteins take bacterial prisoners 

Study Identifies Risk Factors for C Difficile Infection, Colonization  CME 

Stopping the Hospital Spread of Gram-Negative Bacilli 

Gene Exchange Encouraged By Antibiotics In Swine Feed 

Unlocking Bacteria's Beneficial Side 

Princeton Community Hospital Integrates Advanced Germ-Killing Technology Into Its Patient Care Program 

Bacteria Present In Abundance In Public Restrooms 

MRSA: From A Nosocomial Pathogen To An Omnipresent Source Of Infection 

Drug-Resistant Bacteria Defeated By New Compound

New Way To Defeat Drug-Resistant Superbugs: Renew Their Susceptibility To Antibiotics 

New Weapon In Battle Against Superbugs Inspired By Corkscrews 

First Healthcare-Associated Infection Assay On The BD MAX™ System Launches In Europe 

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

New TB Treatment Limits Infection While Reducing Drug Resistance 

Salmonella Scare Hits Smucker Peanut Butter, USA

"Think Hard Before Using Antibiotics" Message To UK Hospitals 

No Antibiotics For Future Infections? Possible If Nothing Is Done Today 

Stopping "Superbugs" In Their Tracks 

First-Of-Its-Kind 'Drug Resistance Index' For Superbugs Reveals Worrying Pattern Of Antibiotic Use In The Southeastern United States 

Norway Marks Antiobiotic Awareness Day With Focus On UTI Treatment 

Awards To Recognize Best Practices In Reducing And Eliminating Healthcare Associated Infections 

Bacteria Responsible For Common Infections May Protect Themselves By Stealing Immune Molecules 

Interfering With The Ability Of Biofilm-Forming Bacteria To Sense Starvation Increases Their Susceptibility To Antibiotics 

Researcher Determines How Legionnaires' Bacteria Proliferate, Cause Disease 

Avidocin™ Proteins Prevent And Treat E. Coli O157 Diarrhea In Animal Study 

Bacteria Behind Common Infections Appropriate Immune Molecules Sent To Destroy Them 

Antibiotics For Acne Linked To Sore Throat 

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

Canadian Researchers Find Potential New Leukemia Treatment With Old Antibiotic Drug 
Researchers Closer To The Super Bug Puzzle 
Drug-Resistant Infections: A New Epidemic, And What You Can Do To Help 
The threat ofantibiotic resistance-euronews...Resistant bacteria can be picked up anywhere...  
Antibiotic-resistantinfections spread through Europe-The Independent..An estimated 25000 people die...  
Superbugs arebecoming 'untreatable' doctors warn Telegraph.co.uk..By Rebecca Smith, Medical Editor    
Europe in the grip ofdrug-resistant superbugs -Reuters UK..To a large extent, antibiotic resistance..... 
Norway marksAntiobiotic Awareness Day with focus on UTI treatment-HealthCanal.com 
Antibiotics couldslash cases of sheep lameness -Yorkshire Post..A parallel research project in... 
Antibiotic ResistantInfections-The World Ablaze With Antibiotic-Resistant Infections ... the"unthinkable scenario of untreatable...  

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

Preserving the Power and Lifespan of Antibiotics  

Global distribution of cause-specific

mortality among children under-five

Too Many Antibiotics Prescriptions For Kids, USA 

Approach to the Child With Pneumonia: New Guidelines 

Give Kids Extra Dose Of Pneumonia Vaccine PCV13, Says CDC 

CDC, UAB Doc Say Kids Should Get An Extra Dose Of Pneumonia Vaccine 

Treating Pediatric Skin and Soft-Tissue Infections  

MRSA Big Risk Factor For Children Who Catch Flu 

Bacterial Protection From Allergy 

Early ART Use Lowers Mortality Risk in Patients With TB and HIV 

Economic Recession And Decrease In Observed Rate Of TB 

Some Colon Tumors Caused By Common Bacteria Altering Peroxide-Producing Gene 

Poland – bacteriophagesagainst MRSA? – a study describes a phageactive against MRSA, found on a cow with mastitis   

South Africa – NDM-1“causing panic” in public and privatehospitals  

Malta – nosocomial KPC inmain hospital; at least 11 patients found to carry KPC Klebs inMater Dei Hospital in capital Valetta, Malta 

Holland – MRSA outbreak stopped –outbreak mentioned last week is now declared over, after thorough and quick investigation  

Norway – MRSA stops 200soldiers from going home on week-end leave, after three of themwere found to carry the bacteria 

Germany – ESBL in Bremen tookthe lives of three premature babies, leading to a legal investigation  

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

Why is TB becomingmore and more resistant to antibiotics? ... In South Africa , the co -infection of tuberculosis and HIV continues to... 
Genomic researchchanges perspective on parasites - Cambridge Network .....evolution of thespecies and a possible cause for antibiotic resistance. The overall picture isof unusual genetic forces ... 
Effective Treatment For C. difficile, Inflammatory Bowel Disease - Fecal Microbiota Transplants 
Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea Responds To Probiotics 
Drugs Used To Tackle Hospital-Acquired Infections Can Increase Post-Op Complications 
Meningitis May Be Eradicated, New Vaccine Brings Hope 
Cranberry Juice Better Than Extracts At Fighting Bacterial Infections 
Compound Disables Bacteria Instead Of Killing Them 
Specific Gene Linked To Cold Sore Susceptibility Discovered 
Do Bacteria Age? 
Key To Anthrax Defense Could Be Natural Killer Cells 
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Cuts Whipple Procedure Wound Infections In Half With New Measures 
Geoscientists Find Key To Why Some Patients Get Infections From Cardiac Implants 

Genetic Difference In Staph Infects Some Heart Devices, Not Others 

Mapping MRSA's Family Tree 

The Many Faces of MRSA: Recognizing and Treating New At-Risk Populations  CME 

A Substance From Bacteria Can Lead To Allergy-Free Sunscreen 

Haiti: one year of cholera 

New Antibiotics in the Pipeline But Situation Still Dire  

Friendly Gut Bacteria May Trigger MS