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 […]
An interesting opportunity for young people to collaborate with OUCRU
Collab Lab is a project of the Youth Science Ambassadors (YSAs) in collaboration with leading scientists from OUCRU and several universities in Ho Chi Minh City. The project aims to “normalise” scientific research on global health threats, such as infectious diseases, antibiotic resistance, and mental health, to name a few. Through this project, researchers at OUCRU and universities […]