The most recent report from the CDC notes that 16 children have died from flu this season and estimates that up to 83,500 people have been hospitalized.
This Year’s Flu Season Currently Less Severe than 2017-2018, but Thousands Still Hospitalized
Can Deep-Sea Sponges Assist in the Fight Against Antibiotic Resistance?
“We have found that deep-sea microorganisms, especially actinomycetes, are an attractive, untapped source for the discovery of anti-infective agents,” said Guojun Wang, Ph.D., assistant research professor at FAU Harbor Branch.
Fighting Antibiotic Resistance with “Day Zero” Infection Identification
The aim of a recent study lead by researchers at the University of Lyon was to evaluate the performance of a multiplex molecular testing platform based on rapid polymerase chain reaction (PCR).
U.S. House Resolution Seeks to Support Sepsis Awareness, Early Diagnosis, & Appropriate Intervention
On December 11th, Representatives Doris Matsui (D-CA) and Brett Guthrie (R-TN) introduced House Resolution 1175, with the stated goal of, “Supporting increased awareness of sepsis and the importance of early diagnosis and appropriate intervention.”
2018 Antibiotic Resistance Educational Toolkit
We've put together a series of resources that you can...
Illnesses that Antibiotics Can and Cannot Treat
There are some types of infections, such as bacterial, that...