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


Technion researchers discover new antibiotic cocktail for long-term results

Technion researchers discover antibiotic combinations that reduce Staphylococcus aureus clearance

 Antibiotics (illustrative)

New antibiotic "cocktail" can help combat superbug

In the current study, a combination of different antibiotic drugs that prevent the formation of resistance was examined. 

 Cefepime For Injection,  May 31, 2017.

Can Israeli lab stop staggering death toll from antibiotic-resistant bacteria?

"Antimicrobial resistance, is like climate change. We need to act now so our children can have a world to live in" says Dr. Nadav Sorek head of Assuta Ashdod Hospital’s infectious disease center.

 Dr. Nadav Sorek, head of Samson Assuta Ashdod Hospital’s new emerging infectious disease center and clinical microbiology lab together with lab researchers

Could broccoli hold the cure to bacterial resistance to antibiotics?

So many types of bacteria have become resistant to antibiotics because the pathogens develop biofilms that protect them from being wiped.

 Broccoli

Bacteria with antibiotic resistant genes discovered in Antarctica, scientists say

Researchers found that one of the predominant bacteria groups in the Antarctic Peninsula can be a source of 'resistance genes.'

 Scientists from the University of Chile collect organic material as they look for a bacteria discovered in Antarctica, January 13, 2019.

Israeli study finds custom prescriptions can slow antibiotic resistance

AI could be used to decrease the risk of antibiotic resistance by 50 percent, according to new research by the Technion and Maccabi KSM Research and Innovation Center.

An illustrative picture of antibiotic resistance tests

Man claims he 'hears God' after taking normal antibiotics

We usually don’t read the insert in the medication box and the side effects which are listed. Yet, one patient who took antibiotics had a quite frightening psychotic episode.

 Man stands beneath the heavens. Does he hear the voice of God?

COVID-19: Antibiotics may reduce recovery time, Egyptian study finds

This study upends a bedrock truism of medicine: Antibiotics are for bacterial infections and are not effective against viruses.

 Cefepime For Injection,  May 31, 2017.

NanoPass partners with Korean company to manufacture microneedles

NanoPass’ microneedle device is based on MEMS (Micro Electro Mechanical Systems) technology and is made of pure silicon crystal.

 A WOMAN receives a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine in Tel Aviv in August

Israeli researchers discover bacterial state that may lead to new drugs

Scientists are constantly searching for new antibiotics to destroy bacteria before they destroy us.

 Bacteria.