Antibiotic resistance

Antibiotic resistance enters our bloodstream through the urine, says study

The researchers say their finding could help doctors diagnose drug-resistant sepsis and inform treatment choices.

Apr 23, 2017, 12:21 PM IST

Superbugs: Komodo dragon blood may help overcome antibiotic resistance

Researchers at George Mason University have developed a new way to kill antibiotic-resistant bacteria while spurring the body's cells to heal cuts faster.

Apr 17, 2017, 17:05 PM IST

Scientists claim this common antibiotic can help prevent, treat PTSD!

PTSD is a term for a broad range of psychological symptoms that can develop after someone experiences or witnesses a traumatic event.

Apr 05, 2017, 00:24 AM IST

Maple syrup extracts can boost potency of antibiotics: Study

The idea for the project really gelled when Tufenkji learned of the anti-cancer properties of a phenolic maple syrup extract.

Apr 04, 2017, 00:07 AM IST

New fluorescence-based assay offers hope in fighting antibiotic resistance

This fast and simple fluorescence-based assay is certainly a remarkable approach in the ongoing and urgent fight against the fast spread of antibiotic resistance.

Mar 25, 2017, 09:52 AM IST

Superbug NDM-1: What you need to know, why it's so dangerous!

NDM-1 was first detected in a Swedish patient of Indian origin who travelled to India in 2008.

Jan 16, 2017, 13:37 PM IST

'New Delhi' superbug: US woman dies of infection resistant to all available antibiotics

The woman, who died in Nevada in September, had been hospitalised in India with for a femur fracture and hip problems.

Jan 16, 2017, 09:31 AM IST

Cutting antibiotics duration bad for kids with ear infections

Acute otitis media is a common bacterial infection of the middle ear behind the ear drum in kids which causes it to become painfully inflamed.

Dec 28, 2016, 00:21 AM IST

Antibiotic resistance: 'Good' hand washing prevents common infections!

Good hand washing practices can help reduce our risk or prevent the spread of common infections.

Nov 21, 2016, 12:49 PM IST

Antibiotics: How do they work, affect your body?

Antibiotics, also called antibacterials, are powerful drugs that fight bacterial infections and can save lives when used properly.

Nov 21, 2016, 10:06 AM IST

Antibiotics to be used to prevent infections before and during surgery only: WHO

The guidelines also said people preparing for surgery should always have a bath or shower but should not be shaved.

Nov 03, 2016, 23:51 PM IST

PM Modi urges people not to take antibiotics without prescription on 'Mann Ki Baat'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared his thoughts on certain issues in his 22nd edition of his popular radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat'.

Jul 31, 2016, 15:52 PM IST

Soon, a cream that can ward off devastating superbugs!

The lotion prevents infection without directly killing bacteria and promoting antibiotic resistance, and could be ready for clinical trials in three years.

Jul 29, 2016, 18:04 PM IST

Here's how India can fight rising antibiotic resistance

Authors noted that over-the-counter access to antibiotics is a problem, but regulations to restrict access have to be balanced against the need to maintain access for the significant proportion of the population that lacks access to doctors.

Mar 03, 2016, 11:26 AM IST

Breast milk can help take down superbugs

There's a huge amount of research and a battery of safety checks to get through first before your doctor can prescribe you a course of lactoferrin.

Jan 24, 2016, 15:25 PM IST

DNA: WHO report on antibiotic use in India

Zee News is the highly popular Hindi News channel of India’s largest television network ZMCL.

Dec 29, 2015, 23:43 PM IST

Antibiotic resistance putting 'super gonorrhea' at untreatability risk

All cases to date have been transmitted through heterosexual intercourse.

Dec 28, 2015, 09:54 AM IST

Research reveals antibiotics no longer effective

Public is suffering a lot due to cold and cough and antibiotics are no longer effective says the research of two renown hospitals of Delhi.

Dec 27, 2015, 14:46 PM IST

Environmental pollution too behind antibiotic resistance?

These included front-line antibiotics, gatifloxacin and ciprofloxacin, which are used to treat basic bacterial infections from pink eye to urinary tract and sinus infections.

Dec 25, 2015, 14:02 PM IST