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Since the mass introduction of antibiotics last century, bacteria have been fighting back with an arsenal of defensive mechanisms. Some produce enzymes that can digest the antibiotic molecule before it takes effect. Others ...
Feb 22, 2026
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Inappropriate antibiotic prescribing around the time of surgery and long-term prescribing in aged care are among a mixed bag of findings of a recent report into antibiotic use and resistance in Australia.
Feb 20, 2026
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A "superbug" fungus is spreading in health care facilities across the country, and according to researchers from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, represents a multi-drug resistant threat that requires ...
Feb 12, 2026
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A new study from McMaster University involving 2.8 million children around the world has revealed the most important early-life factors that influence whether a child becomes allergic to food.
Feb 9, 2026
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Life-saving antibiotics that could treat severe infections in babies and children aren't accessible due to a lack of data around safety and dosage, new research shows. Two wide sweeping reviews, led by Murdoch Children's ...
Feb 3, 2026
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We're all familiar with the idea that we have to use antibiotics wisely. You've probably seen a poster at your local health center warning about their loss of effectiveness, and with good reason—bacterial resistance to ...
Jan 29, 2026
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A major international study has assessed key bacterial targets that could form the basis of a new maternal vaccine to protect newborns from life-threatening infections. The University of Strathclyde contributed analytical ...
Jan 29, 2026
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Strep throat is a common throat infection that often causes a sore throat, fever and trouble swallowing. It tends to come on quickly and may feel worse than a typical cold. While strep throat is most common in children and ...
Jan 29, 2026
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A fast-moving influenza strain nicknamed the "Super-K" flu is catching the attention of scientists and health authorities.
Jan 22, 2026
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If you have unused or expired medication, the best thing is to dispose of it. Many people hang on to them, and this just creates opportunity for things to go wrong.
Jan 21, 2026
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