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• Decolonization Technique Could Lead to Fewer Nursing Home “Superbug” Infections: Study

  April 5, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  The findings of a new study indicate certain decolonization techniques could reduce nursing home "superbug" infections in facilities nationwide.

• Hospital Sinks May Contain Dangerous Bacteria: Study

  February 11, 2019

  Martha Garcia

  A new study reveals that hospital sinks placed near toilets often harbor an antibiotic-resistant bacteria responsible for pneumonia and many types of infections.

• Efforts to Combat Antibiotic Overuse Have Had Little Impact On Prescribing: Study

  August 16, 2018

  Martha Garcia

  A new study warns that decreases in antibiotic prescribing do not appear to be the result of concerns over antibiotic resistance, resulting in ongoing overuse.

• “Rare” Antibiotic Resistant Infectious Diseases Found In 27 States: CDC

  April 4, 2018

  Martha Garcia

  Bacteria with antibiotic-resistant genes thought to be rare and dangerous were found in more than 200 samples from 27 states, according to a new CDC report.

• Antipsychotics, Other Common Drugs, May Help Increase Antibiotic Resistance

  April 2, 2018

  Martha Garcia

  A new study finds that non-antibiotic drugs may also contribute to the development of drug-resistant bacteria.

• Hospital Plumbing May Hold Antibiotic-Resistent Superbug Infection Risks: Study

  February 9, 2018

  Martha Garcia

  A new federal study warns that hospital plumbing nationwide could be breeding grounds for drug-resistant bacteria.

• Drug Makers Promise To Help Curb Antibiotic Overuse At UN Special Meeting

  September 23, 2016

  Martha Garcia

  The U.N. and a group of drug manufacturers both held meetings this week dedicated to curbing the overuse of antibiotics in order to fight the rising threat of drug-resistant bacteria.

• Antibiotic Resistance Research Boosted by CDC Funding Nationwide

  July 29, 2016

  Martha Garcia

  The CDC is providing additional funding to health departments and programs nationwide to help combat antibiotic-resistant infections.

• Antibiotic Overuse Subject of White House Forum As FDA Issues New Livestock Antibiotics Rule

  June 4, 2015

  Irvin Jackson

  Today the White House is hosting a forum on antibiotic stewardship, in an attempt to prevent antibiotic overuse and the development of "superbugs" that resist treatment.