Thursday, January 8, 2009

antibiotics

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Health Buzz: Salmonella Outbreak and Other Health News

Drug resistance bacteria: the cost of free antibiotics; how teens can avoid bogus health info online. more >>

Antibiotics—Even Free Ones—Won't Cure Most Winter Ills

Wegmans stores are offering free antibiotics. But the medicines can contribute to drug resistance. more >>

Preventive Use of Antibiotics Cuts ICU Deaths

Dutch researchers admit more review is needed on potential antibiotic resistance more >>

Antibiotics Largest Cause of Drug-Induced Liver Damage

Prescription meds, supplements can also trigger acute organ failure, study says more >>

Live Chickens on Trucks Could Transmit Dangerous Germs

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria found in cars traveling behind tractor-trailers carrying fowl more >>

Long-Term Erythromycin Cut COPD Complications

But researchers remain cautious about future antibiotic resistance from widespread use more >>

Long-Term Antibiotic Use Affects 'Good' Gut Bacteria

Study finds up to 30% of beneficial species, strains are significantly affected. more >>

Scientists Hot on Trail of New Antibiotics

Natural compounds could mean faster treatments for TB, fight other drug-resistant bacteria more >>

Disinfectants Can Boost Bacteria's Resistance to Treatment

Misuse of chemicals contributes to hospital-acquired infections, study says more >>

Antibiotics May Not Cause Diarrheal Bacteria

Since testing is often on those already on drugs, some diagnoses could be wrong, study says more >>

Antibiotics for Preterm Labor Linked to Cerebral Palsy

Risk is small, and women shouldn't shun the drugs entirely, experts say more >>

Special Dyes and Lighting Kill MRSA, Research Shows

But new technologies don't replace basic infection control procedures, expert says more >>

Protecting Newborns From a Dangerous Threat

Simple tests and antibiotics can thwart Group B strep, doctors say more >>

Health Tip: Taking an Antibiotic

You may need one -- or you may not more >>

Health Buzz: Antibiotic Warning and Other Health News

Sex and seniors, new findings about prostate cancer treatment, and a $25 million lawsuit. more >>

FDA Mandates Black Box Warning for Some Antibiotics

Fluoroquinolones, which include Cipro, can cause tendinitis and tendon rupture, agency says more >>

New Book on Lyme Disease Takes Controversial Stance

Can the infection spread by ticks become a chronic condition requiring long-term antibiotics? more >>

Antibiotics Effective for Vaginal Injury After Childbirth

Small study finds they improve healing of common tissue tears, prevent infection more >>

Silver-Coated Endotracheal Tubes Cut Down on Infections

Saves money and time spent in intensive care units, researcher says more >>

Health Buzz: Premature Babies and Other Health News

Antibiotics Don't Help Much in Most Sinus Infections

For mild sinusitis, forgoing drug treatment makes sense, experts conclude. more >>

Antibiotic-free Tips for Treating Sinus Infections

U.S. News asked two medical specialists for advice. more >>

For Common Ear Problem, Antibiotics Often Unhelpful

Treatment of kids with ear infections doesn't stop fluid from accumulating. more >>

More Medicine Isn't Better Medicine

Please back slowly away from that antibiotic bottle, ma'am. Don't lie down in the CT scanner, sir. You could get hurt. more >>

What Does Quality Mean, Anyway?

If the quality and safety of your medical care fell short in some way, would you have any idea? Do you know where and when you should be on guard, what hospitals and clinics are doing to treat and protect patients better, and what steps do and don't work? All of that and more will be within the scope of this blog.. more >>

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