Study finds cefepime, a common antibiotic, associated with 94% increased risk of death.
A recent study has found that a widely used antibiotic, cefepime, could be linked to an increased risk of death. This drug, which is typically given via injection, is often used to treat various bacterial infections, including pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and skin infections. According to the Mayo Clinic, serious side effects might include confusion, […]
E.U. to Stop Brazilian Meat Imports from September Due to Antibiotic Use
The European Union has announced plans to prohibit meat imports from Brazil starting on September 3, linking the decision to Brazil’s use of antibiotics for growth promotion. This move will occur unless Brazilian producers can show adherence to safety regulations by the deadline. Notably, this announcement follows the tentative opening of a controversial free trade […]
Inside New York’s ‘superbug’ crisis and the unhealthy practice that’s contributing to antibiotic resistance
New York City Faces a Rising Threat from a Superbug Move over, bed bugs and roaches. New York City is now grappling with a “superbug” that’s proving tough to eliminate. Candida auris, for instance, clings to surfaces even after thorough cleaning. It frequently evades standard antifungal treatments and can lead to serious bloodstream infections, which […]
Rise of superbugs as antibiotic resistance poses risk to worldwide health situation
WHO Warns of Rising Antibiotic Resistance Amid Superbug Concerns The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a warning as “superbugs” continue to spread. Alarmingly, one in six bacterial infections is now resistant to antibiotics. The WHO is urging more responsible antibiotic use, as outlined in a press release from the organization. Health experts analyzed data […]
Ibuprofen and acetaminophen could contribute to antibiotic resistance, research suggests
Study Links Common Painkillers to Antibiotic Resistance A recent study has raised some eyebrows regarding two widely-used over-the-counter pain relievers in the U.S.—ibuprofen (commonly known as Advil) and acetaminophen (often referred to as Tylenol). Surprisingly, these everyday medications may contribute to a pressing global health issue. Researchers from the University of South Australia have discovered […]
Superbugs due to antibiotic resistance could kill 39 million by 2050: study
Antibiotic resistance is responsible for 1 million deaths per year worldwide since 1990, bringing the total to 36 million. By 2050, the death toll is expected to reach more than 39 million, or three people every minute. This is according to a large-scale study led by the Global Research on Antimicrobial Resistance (GRAM) project, a […]