Antibiotics

Kent meningitis outbreak rises to 20 cases, two young people dead

All of those affected who are currently linked to the outbreak are young adults, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said.

Students queuing for antibiotics outside a building at the University of Kent in Canterbury. Three schools have confirmed cases of meningitis after an outbreak killed two students and others were admitted to hospital on March 17, 2026.
Used blister packets that contained medicines, tablets and pills are seen, in this picture illustration taken June 30, 2018.

Antibiotics may cast a years-long shadow on your gut. One type stands out

A microscope.

Israeli, US scientists uncover viral switch that could help defeat antibiotic resistance

Used blister packets that contained medicines, tablets and pills are seen, in this picture illustration taken June 30, 2018.

EU Council and Parliament reach agreement to overhaul drug rules, speed patient access


NanoPass partners with Korean company to manufacture microneedles

NanoPass’ microneedle device is based on MEMS (Micro Electro Mechanical Systems) technology and is made of pure silicon crystal.

 A WOMAN receives a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine in Tel Aviv in August

Israeli researchers discover bacterial state that may lead to new drugs

Scientists are constantly searching for new antibiotics to destroy bacteria before they destroy us.

 Bacteria.

Biological antibiotic alternative works against tuberculosis - TAU study

Antibiotics have for the past century been doctors' main weapon in the battle against bacterial diseases, but many diseases are becoming resistant.

Tuberculosis.

Neonatal antibiotic treatment could make boys grow smaller, study finds

Girls did not exhibit this quality.

A baby sits up, hands out (Illustrative)

Israeli drug to overcome antibiotic resistance receives $20m. in funding

The drug would be used to mitigate the effects of antibiotic resistance

A cow opens its mouth during feeding at the Johann Dairy farm in Fresno, California, U.S. September 10, 2020. Picture taken September 10, 2020.

VLX start-up incubator offers bug-eyed, ice-cool technology innovation

More investments in hi-tech are needed as the start-up nation is currently going through “the quiet before the storm” as the COVID-19 world recession is reshaping the global economy.

Icebow ice-cubes, an innovative way to brand a company while having a cold drink.

Potential antibiotic alternative found in 1,000-year-old manuscript

The treatment, known as Bald's eyesalve, is simple compared to modern medicine, and is made from onion, garlic, wine and bile salts.

Colorful of tablets and capsules pill in blister packaging arranged with beautiful pattern with flare light. Pharmaceutical industry concept. Pharmacy drugstore. Antibiotic drug resistance

When it comes to health, ‘patience is a virtue’

‘If your fever spikes to 100.4° Fahrenheit (38° Celsius), you need to get to the ER right away.'

PATIENCE IS something I have traditionally had little of.’ (TNS)

Ben-Gurion U. researchers hit back at antibiotic-resistant infections

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has estimated that there could be 10 million deaths per year by 2050 because of drug-resistant infections.

An illustrative picture of antibiotic resistance tests

Israeli company wins €2.5M to combat drug resistance

The company's immune-based protein signature MeMed BV distinguishes between bacterial and viral infections, helping physicians determine whether antibiotic treatment is appropriate.

EXPERTS CLAIM uncontrolled antibiotic use is turning farmed animals into reservoirs of drug-resistant bacteria that can easily spread.