CSU study finds antibiotic-resistant genes in Poudre River The Fort Collins Coloradoan
Research recently released by a Colorado State University civil engineering professor shows the presence of antibiotic-resistant genes in the Poudre River with higher concentrations of these genes near agricultural or urban centers.
"Super Bug" Scares - Straight Facts About Antibiotic Resistance Medical News Today
With recent news about "super bugs," you may wonder if antibiotics are still effective, and whether they will work for you when you need them. You're not alone - there is a lot of confusion about antibiotics - what they do and don't treat, and why they sometimes stop working. It is important to know that antibiotics are effective only if they are prescribed and taken correctly. [click link for
Antibiotics Work Against Eye Lymphoma American Cancer Society via Yahoo! News
Summary: A new study finds that the antibiotic doxycycline can treat a certain type of lymphoma that starts in the eye. The discovery could simplify treatment for patients and help researchers understand what causes this cancer. The study, by researchers from Italy's San Raffaele H Scientific Institute, appears in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.
Manager of Chinese Antibiotic Maker Dies AP via Yahoo! Finance
The general manager of a Chinese company that made an antibiotic blamed for at least six deaths and dozens of illnesses has committed suicide, a state-run newspaper reported Friday.
Boss hangs self after deadly drug scandal China Daily
The former general manager of a pharmaceutical company whose antibiotic injections were blamed for 11 deaths has committed suicide.
US Hopes To Dodge Potential Canadian Pork Import Ban CattleNetwork.com
CHICAGO (Dow Jones)--Meetings between U.S. and Canadian government officials could head off a possible Canadian ban on imports of U.S. pork next year over concerns about animals treated with the antibiotic carbadox.
Antibiotics don't work against many ear infections Worcester Telegram & Gazette
Antibiotic treatment for children with ear infections is not helpful in all cases, a new study has found. The report, which appeared in the Oct. 21 issue of The Lancet, analyzed data from six studies and included more than 1,600 children from 6 months to 12 years old.
Boss of antibiotic manufacturer commits suicide: report People's Daily
Qiu Zuyi, the former boss of the Chinese pharmaceutical company whose substandard antibiotic injection products allegedly killed more than 10 people, committed suicide on Nov. 1, according to a report in Friday's China Securities Journal.
Study shows most ear infections host both bacteria and viruses EurekAlert!
Ear infections are among the most common diseases seen in pediatric practice. They have generally been considered bacterial diseases and are therefore usually treated with antibiotics.
USGS at Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry EurekAlert!
The 27th Annual Meeting of the Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry (SETAC) is being held November 5-9, 2006, at the Palais de Congrès in Montréal, Québec, Canada.


Antibiotic Resistance
Disease-causing organisms that have become resistant to drug therapy are an increasing public health problem. Tuberculosis, gonorrhea, malaria
The Rise of Antibiotic-Resistant Infections
Though bacterial antibiotic resistance is a natural phenomenon, FDA is investigating whether bacteria resistant to quinolone antibiotics can emerge in
APUA: Alliance for the Prudent Use of Antibiotics
Antibiotic resistance and usage guidelines for patients and healthcare providers from the Alliance for the Prudent Use of Antibiotics.
Antibiotics
A free collection of articles about antibiotics published in The New York Times.
CDC Division of Bacterial and Mycotic Diseases: Antibiotic Resistance
Information about a national campaign to reduce antimicrobial resistance through promotion of more appropriate antibiotic use. Includes CDC recommendations
Antibiotic resistance
Examins how the overuse antibiotics and bacteria can become resistant to them.
Keep Antibiotics Working
If you or a family member has been ill with an antibiotic-resistant bacterial infection, please fill out the KAW Share Your Experience form.
Antibiotic resistance - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Antibiotic resistance is the ability of a microorganism to withstand the effects There are concerns that some antibiotic resistant organisms may derive