Antibiotics: the French have very slightly reduced their consumption
City prescriptions and antibiotic consumption in 2023 show a downward trend compared to the previous year. THE ESSENTIAL In 2023, ...
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Nanoplastics may reduce the effectiveness of antibiotics
Scientists have observed the effects of nanoplastic particles present in the body on the effectiveness of antibiotics and the risk ...
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Parkinson’s: drugs modify the microbiota and impact the risk
Taking certain antibiotics protects against Parkinson's disease while antifungals slightly increase the risk, according to a new study which shows ...
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Disturbances of the intestinal microbiota linked to aggression
A new study reveals a link between disturbances in the intestinal microbiota, particularly due to the use of antibiotics at ...
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IBD: How Antibiotics Increase Your Risk
Antibiotic drugs can break down one of the protective layers of the intestine. Taking this type of treatment could therefore ...
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Nosocomial infections: the new secret weapons
These infections, often linked to antibiotic-resistant bacteria, can have serious consequences for patients, ranging from additional complications to increased mortality. ...
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Antibiotic resistance: a scourge that threatens hospitals
More and more bacteria are developing defense mechanisms that allow them to resist antibiotic treatments, transforming once benign infections into ...
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HAS: “fluoroquinolones can cause serious complications”
Following an alert, the taking of fluoroquinolone class antibiotics was studied by the High Authority for Health (HAS). THE ESSENTIAL ...
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Too many multi-resistant bacteria in children in sub-Saharan Africa
Swiss researchers have revealed alarming figures on the high proportions of South African children carrying bacteria that are multi-resistant to ...
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Tonsillitis, cystitis: antibiotics now prescribed directly in pharmacies
In case of cystitis or bacterial tonsillitis, it is now possible to obtain antibiotics without a prescription in pharmacies. THE ...
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Antibiotic resistance kills 1.27 million people worldwide every year
Infants, the elderly and people with serious illnesses are most at risk from bacterial resistance to antibiotics. THE ESSENTIAL 1.27 ...
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Antibiotics are ineffective against most lower respiratory tract infections
Antibiotic medications do not help reduce symptoms of lower respiratory infections, such as acute bronchitis. THE ESSENTIAL Antibiotics do not ...
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Urinary infections: soon an oral vaccine to replace antibiotics?
The spray vaccine against urinary infections, such as cystitis, could soon become a real alternative to antibiotics, which are not ...
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Fluoroquinolones: which antibiotics are responsible for abnormal adverse effects?
Serious side effects, prescriptions for tourists... After the filing of around twenty complaints against fluoroquinolone antibiotics, an investigation was opened ...
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Syphilis, chlamydia: doxycycline would reduce cases of contamination
The prevention campaign based on doxy-PEP, a dose of the antibiotic doxycycline to be taken after unprotected sexual intercourse, implemented ...
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Deadly superbug: a new antibiotic overcomes it in a first trial
Acinetobacter baumannii is an antibiotic-resistant bacteria responsible for serious infections. Researchers have developed a new antibiotic capable of killing it. ...
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Cystitis: how to better treat urinary infections?
To better treat cystitis, new recommendations regarding antibiotics have been issued. THE ESSENTIAL Urinary infections are one of the leading ...
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Antibiotic resistance: a new polymer that kills superbugs
Researchers have synthesized a new type of polymer capable of killing bacteria such as E. coli without inducing antibiotic resistance. ...
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Resistant bacteria: new antibiotics discovered thanks to AI
Using artificial intelligence, researchers have identified a new class of antibiotics that can kill bacteria resistant to standard drugs. THE ...
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Drug shortage: amoxicillin deliveries planned
The national medicines agency announces that boxes of amoxicillin are being delivered. This antibiotic is in “supply shortage” or even ...
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Urinary infection: 5 natural tips to relieve it without medication
Urinary tract infection, also called cystitis, can be treated with antibiotics, however certain natural remedies can help relieve bladder inflammation. ...
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A new antibiotic substance from the nose has been discovered
Researchers have succeeded in extracting and isolating the active ingredient of epifadin, a molecule produced by bacteria present in the ...
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Antibiotics: the French still consume far too many
In 2022, Public Health France observed an increase in antibiotic prescriptions in France. THE ESSENTIAL In 2022, antibiotic prescriptions increased ...
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Antibiotics for Common Childhood Infections No Longer Effective
Most antibiotics used to treat common childhood infections, such as pneumonia or sepsis, are now less than 50% effective. THE ...
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Cortisone, amoxicillin… 4,000 medications are out of stock or at risk of being out of stock!
The Union of Community Pharmacists' Unions is warning of drug shortages in France. They concern antibiotics, anti-diabetics and even anti-cancer ...
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Antibiotic resistance: household products involved?
An Australian scientific team has suggested that biocides, disinfectant products we frequently use like bleach, could compromise the effectiveness of ...
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Cystitis and angina: antibiotics soon to be prescribed in pharmacies
Pharmacists will soon be able to prescribe antibiotics themselves for patients suffering from angina or cystitis, after carrying out a ...
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An old antibiotic finds a new lease of life in preventing STIs
© ShutterstockAn old antibiotic commonly prescribed to cure acne or Lyme disease, could well find a new youth. The American ...
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Appendicitis: antibiotics could replace the operation
Swedish researchers have indicated that taking antibiotics could be an alternative to appendectomy, the surgery performed to treat appendicitis. THE ...
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Air pollution increases antibiotic resistance
A Chinese study observed a correlation between high levels of air pollution and increased resistance to antibiotics. THE ESSENTIAL Misuse ...
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