Antibiotics

Israeli, US scientists uncover viral switch that could help defeat antibiotic resistance

Scientists at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have revealed that bacteriophages use a small RNA molecule to hijack bacterial cells, a mechanism that had never been described before.

A microscope.
Used blister packets that contained medicines, tablets and pills are seen, in this picture illustration taken June 30, 2018.

EU Council and Parliament reach agreement to overhaul drug rules, speed patient access

Recent studies show that prebiotic vegetables accelerate gut recovery 40% faster than supplements alone

Stop wasting money on probiotics: 8 cheap vegetables that restore your gut twice as fast

 Antibiotics-resistent genes found in seafood in the US stores. Illustration.

Antibiotics-resistent genes found in seafood in the US stores


Drug-resistant bacteria found in Israeli coastal waters raise health alarm

The findings, released Sunday and published in the journal mSphere, come amid rising concern over how warming seas may be fueling the spread of dangerous pathogens.

 ISRAELI SOLDIERS are seen on a boat at Rosh Hanikra, on the border with Lebanon.

Breakthrough pill Gepotidacin offers new hope against drug-resistant gonorrhea

The trial found gepotidacin cured 92.6% of participants, matching current standard treatments.

 Intracellular gonorrhea bacteria seen in gram staining under a microscope.

UKHSA reports surge in antibiotic-resistant gonorrhoea cases in England

Dr Sinka warns that gonorrhoea could become untreatable due to rising antibiotic resistance.

 UKHSA reports surge in antibiotic-resistant gonorrhoea cases in England.

Phage virus discovered at Hebrew University named after fallen soldier

Phages are viruses that precisely target and kill bacteria, which can offer “a potential solution to the growing crisis of antibiotic resistance.”

 An aerial view of Hebrew University of Jerusalem's Mount Scopus campus.

Dragonfly-inspired antibacterial alumina may revolutionize regenerative medicine

The surfaces “may enable the production of high-quality cell cultures without bacterial contamination and without the use of antibiotics.”

 Inspired by dragonfly wings: Anti-bacterial alumina surface can have 'significant impact on regenerative medicine,' researchers say.

German scientists dig into human noses, discover novel antibiotic

German scientists have dug deep into human noses to discover a molecule named epifadin produced by specific bacteria in the nose that has an antibiotic effect. 


Bacteria becoming increasingly resistant to drugs due to overuse

Antibiotics for common childhood infections are no longer effective in Southeast Asia and the Pacific. This ineffectivity can easily spread all over the world.

 Emerging Diseases Lab

The incredible anti-inflammatory properties of black soldier fly larvae

Promising anti-inflammatory properties of oil from the larvae of black soldier flies have implications to treat conditions like ulcerative colitis.

 Black Soldier Fly Larave Oil.

'Air pollution to boost antibiotic-resistance deaths to 840k by 2050'

Antibiotic resistance from air pollution was already linked to an estimated 480,000 premature deaths in 2018. 

 Heavy industry air pollution (illustartion)

Israeli scientists say viruses can beat bacteria that resist antibiotics

The study paves the way for future clinical trials and encourages further exploration of phage therapy as an alternative and auxiliary approach against antibiotic-resistant infections.

 The PASA16 phage.

Israeli trial shows better milk quality in cows without antibiotics

Mileutis has developed a therapy to treat udder inflammation in cows without antibiotics.

 Illustrative image of a dairy cow.