Why the Way We Use Antibiotics Matters More Than We Think
A closer look at everyday antibiotic use and caregiving in rural communities in Vietnam. What is antimicrobial resistance? Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites no longer respond to medicines designed to kill them [1]. As a result, antibiotics and other antimicrobial drugs become less effective, making infections harder to treat and […]
Old Drug, New Hope: Testing Metformin Against Dengue
Scientists are taking a fresh look at a common diabetes pill to see if it might help protect overweight and obese patients from severe dengue. Traditionally, efforts to combat dengue have focused on preventing mosquito bites and managing symptoms rather than curing the infection itself. Most of the time, treatment involves symptom relief, using medications […]