In Wasit, Iraq, a study took a close look at the germs found in red meat. The focus was on two types of Campylobacter bacteria: Campylobacter jejuni and Campylobacter coli. These germs are known to cause stomach problems in people. The study wanted to see how often these germs show up in meat and if
On some dairy farms in Western Australia, a silent struggle is taking place. It's not about milk production or pasture quality, but something much smaller and more sinister: drug-resistant bacteria. Scientists recently took a closer look at this issue by studying E. coli bacteria found in the feces
Denmark took a step to fight antibiotic resistance in 2018. They introduced quality clusters in general practices. These clusters let doctors pick topics to improve, like antibiotic use. The goal was to see if focusing on antibiotics in these clusters made a difference. Researchers looked at prescr
In the fight against superbugs, scientists are turning to some very small helpers: 2D nanomaterials. These ultra-thin sheets, like graphene and others, are showing big promise in tackling infections. They work in clever ways, such as poking holes in germs, creating harmful chemicals, and using light
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria are a big problem. They cause serious health issues, cost a lot of money, and affect society as a whole. To tackle this, experts need to figure out what research is most important. A recent study tried to do just that. The study aimed to create a list of priorities for
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are quite common, especially among women. When they keep coming back, it becomes a real problem. Doctors call this recurrent UTIs, or rUTIs. The main issue is that there aren't many good treatments, and the ones that exist are becoming less effective because of antimi
Antibiotics are becoming less effective due to overuse. This is a big problem worldwide. In places with fewer resources, doctors in primary care often prescribe antibiotics without proper oversight. This leads to unnecessary use. While big hospitals have made progress in using antibiotics wisely, sm
In Singapore, scientists dug deep into the world of superbugs. They found that some bacteria in hospitals and sewers are becoming resistant to common antibiotics. These bacteria, like E. coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae, are tough to treat. They carry special genes that make them resistant to drugs li
In May 2024, Montreal hosted a significant gathering of experts and stakeholders. The event focused on tackling antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This is a growing threat to health worldwide. The conference highlighted the One Health (OH) approach. This approach connects the health of humans, animals,
Antibiotics are vital in animal farming to fight bacterial infections. However, they also contribute to antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This is a big problem. Farmers must find ways to reduce the spread of antibiotic residues and AMR among animals. One key issue is how antibiotics move from treated
