Novel vaccine strategy could solve the challenge of implanted device infections
Patients with implanted medical devices like orthopedic joint replacements, pacemakers, and artificial heart valves run a small but…
Global study suggests potential for universal vaccine against Haemophilus influenzae
A vaccine that tackles the bacteria that cause up to 200 million childhood infections every year could be…
Thiostrepton suppresses rhabdomyosarcoma progression by targeting the PI3K–AKT pathway
Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) accounts for up to 10% of childhood cancers and nearly half of pediatric soft tissue sarcomas.…
Jacksonville woman says common antibiotic changed her life for worse
JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WITN) – A Jacksonville resident used to live an active life as a mom and wife.…
How milk pasteurization shapes preterm infants’ gut health
Holder pasteurization fosters richer gut microbiomes in preterm infants, closely mimicking the benefits of mothers’ own milk, while…
Unlocking hidden soil microbes for new antibiotics
Most bacteria cannot be cultured in the lab-and that’s been bad news for medicine. Many of our frontline…
One dose of antibiotic treats early syphilis as well as three dosesÂ
Wednesday, September 3, 2025 NIH-funded clinical trial shows potential to simplify treatment for early syphilis. Â Researchers funded by…
Kids’ magnesium gummies laced with melatonin
The gummies were for sale on the Nutrition Ignition brand website, which removed all products and now reads…
Study shows probiotics help preterm babies fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria
A new study reveals that probiotics curb drug-resistant bacteria in premature babies, but antibiotics still drive resistance genes…
Balancing copper antimicrobials to combat antibiotic resistance
Copper has emerged as an ally in the battle against antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Copper sulfate liquids, for example, have…
Fecal transplant may cut infections in long-term care patients
Doctors tested fecal transplants from donor gut bacteria in frail hospital patients. Could this be the next tool…
Mouth and gut microbes talk to each other
A landmark review uncovers how your mouth’s microbes shape gut health, immunity, and chronic disease, making oral care…