Superbugs

Antibiotic Resistance Superbugs

Superbugs will kill an estimated 39 million people worldwide by 2050

Candida auris, a deadly fungal infection, is spreading rapidly in hospitals. Here's what to know

Candida auris infections

An overlooked STD could become the next superbug, scientists warn

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The COVID-19 pandemic reversed progress in combating superbugs

COVID-19 Superbugs MRSA

Children's Health

Breastfeeding may protect babies from antibiotic-resistant 'superbugs'

Health benefits of breastfeeding

Children's Health

Children's hospitals are partly to blame as superbugs increasingly attack kids

Antibiotic Misuse Superbug

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria a deadly threat 'that is not going away,' CDC says

Superbugs CDC infections antibiotic-resistant bacteria

An ambitious plan to stop the rise of superbugs

Botanical 19th century medicines may be the answer for treating drug-resistant bacteria

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Why you shouldn’t take antibiotics for a cold or flu

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Candida auris: Here's what you should know about the superbug fungus spreading worldwide

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Are viruses the best weapon for fighting superbugs?

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Drug-resistant 'superbug' strain of typhoid spreads worldwide

White House crafts first-ever plan to fight superbugs

Colorectal Cancer Study

Century-old tumor samples may help explain rising rates of colorectal cancer in younger adults

New Dietary Guidelines

New dietary guidelines call for eating more meat and full-fat dairy, but less sugary foods

CDC vaccine recommendations

At Trump's directive, CDC lowers amount of recommended vaccines for children

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Why intentions may work better than New Year’s resolutions

Jefferson insulin lawsuit

Jefferson sues drug companies and pharmacy benefit managers over soaring insulin pricing

Wegovy Pill Form

Weight-loss drug Wegovy now available as a daily pill, sparing users weekly shots

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