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AMR-related infections killed over 3 million children globally in 2022: Study
New Delhi, April 13: More than three million children worldwide lost their lives in 2022 due to antimicrobial resistance (AMR)-related infections, a new landmark study has revealed.
'Zaynich' antibiotic for multi-drug resistant infections to get USFDA approval next year: Wockhardt Chairman Habib Khorakiwala
Dubai, April 12: Habib Khorakiwala, Chairman of Indian pharmaceutical company Wockhardt, on Friday said 'Zaynich,' its medicine for multi-drug resistant infections, is set to get the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) approval next year.
Antibiotic use in first weeks of life may reduce efficacy of childhood vaccination: Study
New Delhi, April 5: Babies treated with antibiotics in the first few weeks of their life are likely to show weaker immune responses to essential vaccines taken in childhood, according to a study.
Study warns against surge in antibiotic prescribing in young adults
New Delhi, April 4: Younger people are being increasingly prescribed antibiotics without proper assessment of complication risk, finds a study, warning that this may potentially lead to resistance.
Study shows low doses of antibiotics can help treat a rare hair loss problem
New York, March 18: Small amounts of a common antibiotic and anti-inflammatory drug can help treat a rare hair loss problem caused by a misplaced immune reaction, according to a study on Tuesday.
Human body's protein recycling system fights bacteria like antibiotics: Study
Jerusalem, March 6: Israeli researchers have discovered a surprising immune defense role of the proteasome, a cellular structure known for degrading and recycling proteins.
Oyster blood protein helps fight against superbugs: Study
Sydney, Jan 21: A protein found in the blood of Australian oysters could help in the fight against antibiotic-resistant superbugs, according to a study published on Tuesday.