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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
TopicDrug resistance

Topic: drug resistance

On the horizon, a new class of antibiotic that can kill superbug CRAB

Results outlined in study published in journal ‘Nature’ this month. The results are from animal studies, says the paper, adding that the drug is now being tested in humans.

57% antibiotics prescribed in India have potential to cause high antimicrobial resistance, govt survey finds

‘First Multicentric Point Prevalence Survey of Antibiotic Use at 20 NAC-NET Sites India 2021-22’ conducted by National Centre for Disease Control under Union health ministry. 

Brain stimulation therapy can put an end to drug-resistant depression

Transcranial magnetic stimulation is a noninvasive, pain-free procedure that has minimal to no side effects, and often works.

US study on drug resistance says it led to 1.27 million deaths in 2019, more than HIV/AIDS

Study involving University of Washington researchers analysed data from 204 countries and territories. It was published in 'The Lancet'.

Drug-resistant infections are becoming increasingly common. Here’s how we can fight it

The lack of appropriate access to medicines gives pathogens an opportunity to infect more people and develop resistance.

Cheston cold, Candibiotic, other painkillers among 324 cocktail drugs that could be banned

Commonly-sold cold and flu medicine such as Cheston Cold, ear drops Candibiotic and painkiller Etogesic among list, pharma industry wants those who prescribe FDC to judge efficacy.

Tuberculosis kills 4000 people everyday : Understanding the world’s problem with the deadly disease

From 2000 to 2015, TB claimed 33 million lives and cost the world economy an estimated $616 billion. By 2030, a further $1 trillion and 28 million lives may be lost. 

On Camera

Influencer is a real job. They are shaking up the internet

The reach and impact of influencers are so significant that even politicians such as Prime Minister Narendra Modi have recognised their value—the National Creators Award is proof.

Economists vs statisticians — the battle being fought over the soul of India’s GDP data

Economists say there are weaknesses in India’s GDP data. But statisticians claim the accusations are based on flawed understanding, saying while GDP has problems, the economists are looking in the wrong places.

India, Oman hold 5th annual high-level meeting to boost maritime security

Both the governments expressed their commitment to strengthening their maritime cooperation to strengthen the maritime safety and security framework in the region.

These 6 states are key for Modi’s ‘400 paar’ target. They’re also where Opposition can stop him

While this contest looks so predictable in large swathes of our political landscape, it is also more keenly contested than 2019 in some states.