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A ‘super strain’ of an antibiotic-resistant stomach bug is on the rise in the U.S. Here are the symptoms to watch for

It’s never been more important for clinicians to ensure that the antibiotics they’re prescribing are appropriate, one expert tells Fortune—and for patients to understand that if their provider isn’t prescribing antibiotics, it may be for good reason.

Fortune

What is Shigella, the increasingly drug-resistant bacteria the CDC is warning about?

Shigella causes shigellosis, an inflammatory diarrhea. The extensively drug-resistant strain is relatively uncommon overall, but it's being seen in more cases among adults.

WEKU

Bacteria-killing viruses could combat antibiotic resistance, says UK scientist

Prof Martha Clokie says phages could become routine for some conditions

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Grim bacterial infection warning to anyone who makes a cup of tea at work

Few things can put Brits off a good cup of tea, but this study by Liverpool's School of Tropical Medicine who swabbed kettles and microwaves in workplace kitchens may make you think twice

Daily Mirror

Warning to anyone who makes a cup of tea at work

Various bacteria were found on a number of common kitchen items

Liverpool Echo

Tijuana sewage isn't only in Imperial Beach waves. It's in the air. And San Diegans are breathing it

SAN DIEGO — Sewage pollution spilling over the border from Tijuana into the San Diego region not only threatens the health of surfers and swimmers but potentially those simply breathing the air.

Tribune News Service

Not a breath of fresh air: study finds sewage bacteria in ocean spray

Pathogens such as E coli, norovirus and salmonella can be blown miles into coastal communities after a rainstorm

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Japanese hotel boss admits spa water is teeming with deadly bacteria

The president of the inn admitted it had previously falsified documents about chlorine levels in its baths.

Fortune

Japanese spa apologises for only changing water twice a year after deadly bacteria found

The manager admitted to ‘completely disregarding the health of our customers’

The Independent UK

Conditioner recalled amid bacteria alarm

An in-shower body conditioner sold at supermarkets across Australia is being urgently recalled due to bacteria contamination.

The New Daily

'Serious public health alert' in US over drug-resistant stomach bug

Shigella bacterial condition can result in a life-threatening blood infection in rare cases

Wales Online

Bile acids and gut microbes could potentially treat multiple sclerosis, according to new research in mice

Multiple sclerosis is characterized by an immune system gone haywire. A patient’s immune system starts treating the protective coating of the nerves – called myelin – as dangerous. The subsequent nerve damage can cause a variety of symptoms, including muscle weakness, pain and vision loss. MS currently has no cure,…

The Conversation

An Antibiotic-Resistant Stomach Bug is on the Rise — Should You Be Worried?

The CDC released an health advisory warning of the rise of drug-resistant Shigella, a bacteria that causes GI infection.

Inverse

One easy way to fight the evolution of antibiotic resistance: Hand washing

It's well known that good hand hygiene can prevent illness. But can it thwart the development of bacterial resistance as well?

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How officials cracked case of eyedrops that blinded people: 'A public health victory'

An infection that's usually easy to treat with common antibiotic eyedrops "has become an infection that can be deadly and has pretty much no treatment except one IV antibiotic,” one expert said.

Daily Mirror

Cleaning guru shares grim mistake people make with their sponges after each use

Cleaning experts from Zoflora have shared their top tips for keeping your home clean and fresh and they warn there's one breeding ground for bacteria many people may forget to tackle

The Independent UK

How officials cracked case of eyedrops that blinded people

Experts are marveling at how U.S. disease detectives figured out how eyedrops were linked to dozens of infections

The Conversation

One easy way to fight antibiotic resistance? Good hand hygiene

Can washing your hands help stop the evolution of antibiotic resistance? Mathematically, it’s possible.

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'I lost my leg to flesh-eating bacteria after falling while playing with kids'

Warning: Graphic images. Mum Angie Fowler, from Fort Worth, Texas, lost her leg to a flesh-eating bacteria after slipping in the garden while playing with her children

Daily Mirror

Drug-resistant stomach bug spreading in US sparks 'serious public health' alert

A "serious public health" alert has been made over an intestinal infection caused by the shigella bacteria which is showing resistance to drugs in the United States

Daily Mirror

Cleaning expert's 25p trick to get microwave looking good as new - without any scrubbing

Cleaning experts from Zoflora have shared their top tips for keeping your home fresh and clean with the Mirror, including a cheap hack to banish grease and grime from the microwave

The Conversation

Swimming pools v wild swimming – a germs expert on which is worse

Wild swimming has grown massively in popularity in recent times. Not only is swimming outdoors a pleasant way to enjoy the sunshine, fresh air and green leafy surroundings, it can also help to relieve stress and elevate our endorphins. This creates a sense of wellbeing as well as burning calories…

Bangkok Post

Stomach bug hits Chaiyaphum schools

CHAIYAPHUM: Lab test results showed norovirus and E.Coli bacteria caused the illness that sent more than 300 students and teachers from four schools in this northeastern province to hospitals this week with diarrhoea and vomiting.

ABC News

Bovine trichomoniasis vaccine solution near for infertility-causing cattle STI

Each year up to 15 per cent of a cattle herd can be lost due to a sexually transmitted bacteria that causes abortion and infertility, but researchers are now close to a vaccine.

Daily Mirror

Dentist shares how many germs live on your teeth - and why braces increase risk

Dentists always tell you just how important it is to brush your teeth well - but if you did not believe them you certainly should after learning just how many germs are inside your mouth

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