Nationwide outbreak of highly drug-resistant salmonella connected to popular ‘superfood,’ officials caution
On Friday, federal regulators issued a warning about outbreaks of highly drug-resistant salmonella infections across several states, linking them to moringa powder—a plant supplement that has gained traction as a trendy “superfood.” The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is currently investigating the matter and has identified that the outbreak is associated with specific Rosabella brand […]
Space research in microgravity may aid in combating drug-resistant superbugs
Research in Space Aimed at Combating Drug-Resistant Superbugs New research suggests that microgravity, such as that experienced on the International Space Station (ISS), could be a key factor in the fight against drug-resistant superbugs, according to reports. NASA defines microgravity as a state where objects seem weightless. Scientists from the University of Wisconsin-Madison have observed […]
Cases of drug-resistant bacteria are increasing in the U.S.
Surge in Drug-Resistant Bacteria Cases in the US This week, scientists issued a concerning warning about a significant increase in infections caused by “nightmare” drug-resistant bacteria in the United States. Between 2019 and 2023, there has been a staggering 70% rise in patients infected with severe bacterial strains, according to a new report from the […]
Drug-resistant fungus Candida auris identified in 17 states
The bacteria Candida Auris, known for its resistance, is being closely monitored by health experts working to control its spread. This fungus was first identified in the U.S. about ten years ago, and since then, the number of reported cases has risen each year. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]
Louisiana AG sues Biden admin after Chinese migrant with ‘rare, aggressive and drug-resistant’ tuberculosis entered US
Republican Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill last week filed an “emergency lawsuit” against several Harris-Biden administration officials after a Chinese immigrant with a rare form of tuberculosis entered the United States illegally. of lawsuit Federal immigration authorities release “potentially infectious detainees” who came into contact with Chinese nationals suffering from “a rare, aggressive, drug-resistant, and […]