Whitty's winter warning on infections in older people
England's chief medical officer warns infections in older adults are a major cause of strokes and heart attacks. He urges better protection and a lower antibiotic threshold.
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Whitty: Infections in elderly must be taken more seriously
England's chief medical officer warns infections in older adults are under-treated and under-researched, raising risks of stroke and heart attack. He urges better care and personal protection.
Atacama Desert documentary reveals new hope against superbugs
A groundbreaking documentary reveals how scientists are hunting for new antibiotics in Chile's Atacama Desert, the driest place on Earth, to combat the global superbug crisis. Watch the story of survival and science.
Antarctic scientists find new clues to fight superbugs
Researchers in Antarctica's McMurdo Dry Valleys discover extreme microbes that could unlock new antibiotics. Their work is a crucial front in the global fight against drug-resistant superbugs. Read the full story.
Pioneering trial uses old drugs to fight newborn sepsis
A groundbreaking trial in Kenya is testing repurposed antibiotics to combat drug-resistant sepsis, responsible for 800,000 newborn deaths annually. Discover how this research could save lives.
UK health alert: Don't take antibiotics for colds
UK health officials warn that antibiotics are ineffective against colds and flu. Misuse fuels superbugs, with 400 weekly antibiotic-resistant infections in England. Follow expert advice.
UK Prescription Crisis: 7 Risky Medications
Leading pharmacist warns millions face medication dependency. Discover the 7 common prescription drugs with devastating side effects and safer alternatives you must discuss with your GP.
NHS winter superbug crisis warning as resistance rises
A leading charity warns hard-to-treat infections threaten to overwhelm the NHS this winter. Urgent action needed on antimicrobial resistance affecting 5,000 monthly.
Ancient Saline Trick Cuts Cold Duration by Days
Discover how nasal saline irrigation, a centuries-old practice, can shorten your cold, reduce transmission risk, and minimise antibiotic use. Start feeling better faster.
Antibiotic-Resistant Superbug Deaths Jump in England
Deaths from antibiotic-resistant infections in England have surged by over 300. Health chiefs warn of the threat and urge responsible antibiotic use. Learn the symptoms and risks.
UK antibiotic breakthrough fights deadly superbug
Groundbreaking research reveals that a widely prescribed antibiotic in Britain could effectively treat a drug-resistant superbug, offering new hope in the fight against antimicrobial resistance.
Antibiotic shows promise for schizophrenia treatment
Groundbreaking research suggests the widely-used antibiotic doxycycline could help alleviate symptoms of schizophrenia by targeting brain inflammation, offering new hope for mental health treatment.
NHS Urgent Amoxicillin Warning: Dangerous Side Effect
The NHS has issued an urgent medication alert about a potentially dangerous reaction to the common antibiotic amoxicillin. Discover the life-threatening side effect affecting thousands and the immediate action required.
NHS Prescribes Art & Culture as Medical Treatment
Groundbreaking NHS initiatives are prescribing museum visits, gallery tours and cultural activities as legitimate medical treatments, with remarkable results for both physical and mental health conditions.
Contaminated meat linked to drug-resistant UTIs
Groundbreaking UK research uncovers dangerous E. coli strains in meat products that may be causing hard-to-treat urinary tract infections, raising serious concerns about food safety.
NHS prescribes social activities over pills for depression
In a major policy shift, NICE recommends social connection, community groups and hobbies as first-line treatment for depression in adults, challenging medication-heavy approaches.
UK farms fuel antibiotic resistance crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how post-Brexit farming practices are creating a ticking time bomb of antibiotic resistance that could render modern medicine ineffective.
Superbug crisis: Common infections now untreatable
Global health authorities sound alarm as antibiotic resistance renders everyday infections increasingly dangerous. New WHO report reveals shocking treatment failures.
UK reaches superbug tipping point - report
A shocking new report reveals antimicrobial resistance has reached dangerous levels in Britain, threatening to overwhelm the NHS and reverse decades of medical progress.
WHO: Superbug crisis hits hospitals worldwide
A shocking WHO report reveals antibiotic-resistant infections are spreading at alarming rates in healthcare facilities, threatening to undo decades of medical progress.
Superbug infections rising in UK babies
Alarming new research reveals antibiotic-resistant infections are striking vulnerable babies across the UK, with health experts warning of a growing crisis in neonatal care.
NHS alert over symptomless STI becoming untreatable
Health officials issue urgent alert about symptomless STI Mycoplasma genitalium that's becoming untreatable due to antibiotic resistance. Learn the risks and prevention.
Common Disinfectants May Fuel Antibiotic-Resistant Superbugs
Groundbreaking research from a leading UK university finds that a disinfectant found in everyday household cleaning products may be fuelling a dangerous antibiotic-resistant bacteria, raising serious concerns for public health.
CDC Warns of Rising 'Nightmare Bacteria' Infections
Health officials issue a stark warning as drug-resistant bacterial infections, including the deadly 'nightmare bacteria', show a concerning rise, threatening to undo decades of medical progress.
'Nightmare Bacteria' Superbug Surge in UK, CDC Warns
A sharp rise in dangerous, antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections has been detected in UK patient samples, posing a severe threat to public health and modern medicine.
MP's UTI Becomes Chronic Nightmare Amid Antibiotic Resistance
Labour MP Allison Gardner reveals her harrowing battle with a simple UTI that spiralled into a debilitating chronic condition, exposing the hidden dangers of antibiotic resistance and calling for urgent NHS action.
Deadly Superbug Found in UK Supermarket Meat
A lethal antibiotic-resistant superbug has been discovered in popular supermarket pork and chicken, sparking a major food safety alert from UK health officials.
NHS Prescribes Art Galleries for Mental Health Treatment
Discover how the NHS is prescribing art galleries, museums, and cultural experiences as groundbreaking treatment for mental health conditions, chronic pain, and loneliness across the UK.
Phone Toilet Habit a 'Trojan Horse' for Superbugs
Exclusive: Groundbreaking UK study reveals that scrolling your mobile phone in the bathroom creates a dangerous breeding ground for antibiotic-resistant E.coli and other faecal bacteria, posing a severe public health risk.
Pharmacists to prescribe antibiotics in NHS revolution
In a landmark healthcare overhaul, UK pharmacists will soon prescribe antibiotics for common illnesses, freeing up millions of GP appointments and transforming high street chemists into frontline NHS hubs.
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