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UrduUAlbany researchers have identified a genetic mechanism that allows antimicrobial resistance to spread among Klebsiella pneumoniae — the third leading cause of blood infections globally.
Tag: AMR
Researchers develop a way to make lifesaving phages accessible, transportable and much easier to use
Researchers have developed a simple new way to store, identify, and share phages, making them more accessible to clinicians trying to save patients with antimicrobial-resistant superbugs.
Wastewater detects signs of antimicrobial resistance in aged care
A new study published today, analysing wastewater samples from several aged care facilities and retirement homes, has uncovered worrying signs of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a concerning trend in aged care facilities.
Study describes cocktail of pharmaceuticals in waters in Bangladesh
An analysis revealed that water samples held a cocktail of pharmaceuticals and other compounds, including antibiotics, antifungals, anticonvulsants, anesthetics, antihypertensive drugs, pesticides, flame retardants and more. Not all chemicals were found at every test site.
Study: How U.S. sewage plants can remove medicines from wastewater
A study of seven wastewater treatment plants points to two treatment methods — granular activated carbon and ozonation — as being particularly promising for reducing the concentration of pharmaceuticals including certain antidepressants and antibiotics.
Closing of Second Antibiotic Company Highlights Urgent Need for Investment in Infection Fighting Drugs
The bankruptcy announced today by antibiotic maker Melinta once again highlights the daunting challenges facing research and development of new infection-fighting drugs. Melinta is the second antibiotic company this year forced into bankruptcy because it could not make a sufficient return on its investment in medicines that are urgently needed to protect individual and public health and national security. Melinta’s bankruptcy puts into jeopardy the continued availability of its four antibiotics — lifesaving tools that patients cannot afford to lose given our already limited antibiotic arsenal.
Flu Preparedness Hearing Opens Opportunities for Vaccine, AMR Action
Today’s subcommittee hearing on U.S. preparedness and responses for the 2019-2020 flu season offers an important opportunity to examine and act on gaps and challenges exacerbating the public health threats of seasonal influenza outbreaks.
Comment pouvons-nous combattre la résistance aux antimicrobiens?
Comment pouvons-nous combattre la résistance aux antimicrobiens? En 2018, quelque 5 400 personnes au Canada sont décédées à cause de la résistance aux antimicrobiens. Résultat de leur surprescription et de leur surutilisation, les antibiotiques ont perdu de leur efficacité avec le…
How can we combat Antimicrobial Resistance?
How can we combat Antimicrobial Resistance? In 2018, approximately 5,400 people in Canada died as a direct result of Antimicrobial Resistance. Through a combination of over-prescribing and over-use, antibiotics are no longer as effective as they once were; and the…