Clinical study of drug-resistant tuberculosis changes global medical practice
A clinical study that began in a research unit in Gqeberha (PE), Eastern Cape, has transformed global treatment of drug-resistant tuberculosis.
Jun 25, 2026
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Infections: News and Research on Gram-Positive Bacterial Infections
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Early immune clues that determine who develops TB may lead to new ways to intervene earlier and stop the disease
A quarter of the global population is estimated to have been infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis, yet only 5%–10% of those infected go on to develop active tuberculosis (TB). "The big question has always been what distinguishes ...
Jun 24, 2026
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Researchers warn against the increasing use of 'just in case' antibiotics
Antibiotic prophylaxis, the administration of antibiotics to prevent bacterial infections in individuals at risk, is a powerful medical tool. However, a new commentary warns that the growing tendency to prescribe antibiotics ...
Jun 24, 2026
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Clover Hill Dairy recalls all cheese in deadly Listeria outbreak
Clover Hill Dairy is recalling all of its brand cheese over possible Listeria contamination tied to a multistate outbreak that has killed one person and hospitalized eight others.
Jun 22, 2026
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Strep by strep: Researchers unravel genetics powering emerging infectious disease threat
A fast-rising strep bacterium has become increasingly notorious for causing serious infections in humans, including complications that can lead to muscle damage and patient death. New Houston Methodist research published ...
Jun 17, 2026
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Hands off: Why human touch can create a food-safety blind spot
Consumers often assume that hand-prepared foods are fresher, higher quality and safer than factory-packaged alternatives, but a new study co-authored by a University of Massachusetts Amherst researcher suggests those assumptions ...
Jun 17, 2026
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Unmasking melioidosis: Collaborative research needed to understand alarming global spread of the bacteria
What do hurricanes, military equipment, aromatherapy oil and a pet raccoon have in common? According to a new review led by Menzies School of Health Research (Menzies), all have been linked with cases of melioidosis, a potentially ...
Jun 16, 2026
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Organic baby formula recalled following botulism cases
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating a multistate outbreak of infant botulism linked to Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Powdered Infant Formula.
Jun 15, 2026
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Q&A: The dismantling of US global aid is a cascading crisis, say experts
The 2025 executive order dismantling U.S. Agency for International Development programs canceled 90% of the agency's contracts and grants, destabilizing health systems globally.
Jun 12, 2026
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Flu infection may weaken tuberculosis defenses by disrupting key immune pathways
New research from Imperial College London suggests that infection with the influenza virus may leave people more susceptible to tuberculosis. The findings suggest that seasonal flu vaccines could offer a potential new strategy ...
Jun 12, 2026
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