Staphylococcus aureus

New compound infuzide shows promise against resistant bacterial infections

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Antimicrobial resistance directly causes more than 1 million deaths every year and contributes to more than 35 million more, according to the World Health Organization. Staphylococcus aureus and Enterococcus sp., 2 gram-positive pathogens highly likely to develop resistance to known treatments, can cause dangerous hospital-acquired and community-acquired infections. This week in Microbiology Spectrum, researchers describe … Read more

New antibiotic compound emerges as strong candidate in the fight against MRSA

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The development of new antibiotics to treat superbugs and other bacterial infections is a global priority, with the rate of infections that cannot be treated with current antibiotics rising and presenting one of the biggest threats to human health. In line with that, new research has shown a daily dose of epidermicin NI01 – an … Read more

New drug strategy targets Staphylococcus aureus toxin to treat pneumonia An International Res…

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Pneumonia caused by the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus is one of the most dangerous infections that can occur in hospital. Particularly worrying are multi-resistant strains, against which many antibiotics are no longer effective. These pathogens are widespread worldwide and pose a major challenge even for modern healthcare systems. Despite intensive therapy, mortality among affected patients is … Read more

High Blood Sugar and Antibiotic Resistance: The Diabetes Superbug Link

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Diabetes and Antibiotic Resistance: A Dangerous Combination High Blood Sugar Levels Drive Antibiotic Resistance Diabetes is more than just a chronic illness. New research reveals that high blood… The post High Blood Sugar and Antibiotic Resistance: The Diabetes Superbug Link appeared first on NewsyList. Source link

Diabetes fuels antibiotic resistance, worsening infections and treatment challenges

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Diabetes isn’t just a chronic illness—it’s a breeding ground for superbugs. New research exposes how high blood sugar levels drive antibiotic resistance, making common infections harder to treat and more dangerous than ever. Study: Diabetes potentiates the emergence and expansion of antibiotic resistance. Image Credit: Shutterstock AI Generator / Shutterstock.com Diabetes mellitus (DM) affects about 530 … Read more

Don’t delay seeking help for children with flu symptoms, Hong Kong parents urged

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A leading Hong Kong medical expert has urged parents not to delay seeking diagnosis and treatment for children with flu symptoms, following a spate of severe cases complicated by other viral and bacterial infections. Dr Mike Kwan Yat-wah, an honorary associate professor at the University of Hong Kong’s department of paediatrics and adolescent medicine, warned … Read more