by TGAR Foundation | Oct 9, 2024 | General
Antibiotic resistance is a growing global health threat, and educating the next generationabout responsible antibiotic use is crucial in combating this issue. By instillingknowledge and awareness in children and young adults, we can foster habits that helpprevent the...
by TGAR Foundation | Aug 26, 2024 | General
It was only a minor injury, but a flesh-eating bacterium soon became fatal to Philip. ÖLÜDENIZ – A man who slipped at a waterfall in Turkey and suffered a small cut eventually died due to an infection of a flesh-eating superbug. 65-year-old Philip Maile was in...
by TGAR Foundation | Aug 26, 2024 | General
Bacteria are experts at evolving resistance to antibiotics. One resistance strategy is to cover their cell walls in sticky and gooey biofilm that antibiotics cannot penetrate. A new discovery could put a stop to this strategy. Antibiotic resistant bacteria are experts...
by TGAR Foundation | Aug 26, 2024 | General
Introduction: In recent years, a significant debate has emerged around the use of triclosan, a common antimicrobial agent found in various personal care products, particularly in soaps and hand sanitisers. Triclosan’s effectiveness in killing bacteria and...
by TGAR Foundation | Aug 15, 2024 | General
Exposure to bacteria in landfill sites and polluted rivers may explain prevalence among city-dwelling birds. Urban ducks and crows might offer us a connection to nature, but scientists have found wild birds that live near humans are more likely to harbour bacteria...
by TGAR Foundation | Jul 25, 2024 | General
Antibiotic stewardship is a critical aspect of our healthcare system, aimed at ensuring the effective and responsible use of antibiotics. With the rise of antibiotic resistance posing a significant threat to public health, it is imperative that we all work together...
