http://www.voanews.com/content/uganda-tackles-antibiotic-resistance/2989423.html Scientists say that most typical bacteria are resistant to antibiotics. Such diseases as pneumonia and tuberculosis require more sophisticated antibiotics to cure, This is caused by lack of medical personal who would prescribe medicine that`s why people take more than they need. Bacteria become more resistant. This could provoke bacteria mutations all over the world.
The correct sequence of administering antibiotics may help to prevent bacteria from becoming resistant to them... Method developed to fight antibiotic resistance using current antibiotics Oct. 12, 2015 - Using a mathematical model to determine the correct sequence of administering antibiotics may help to prevent bacteria from becoming resistant to them. See also: Breast cancer drug helps immune response against MRSA Oct. 13, 2015 - The drug's immune-boosting ability was shown in lab in experiments with mice.
New weapon against MRSA?... Extract from Antarctic Sponge Could Open New Front against MRSA May 18, 2016 - Scientists find natural chemical in creature living in frigid Antarctic waters that could kill increasingly prevalent antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Workers in Uganda Coerced Into HIV, STI Screenings... Domestic Workers in Uganda Coerced Into HIV, STI Screenings June 22, 2016 In Uganda, its common to bring women into households to help with chores such as cleaning, cooking and childcare. Yet many say that they have been coerced into undergoing screenings for HIV and sexually-transmitted infections. Advocates say the testing is a harbinger of discrimination and even sexual exploitation.
Deadly Drug-resistant Yeast is emerging in hospital settings globally... Deadly Drug-resistant Yeast Poses New Threat July 01, 2016 | A highly drug-resistant and potentially fatal yeast strain called Candida auris is emerging in hospital settings around the world. The yeast has shown resistance to three of the most commonly prescribed antifungal drugs: fluconazole, amphotericin B and caspofungin.
The only issue is nannies in Africa will frequently breastfeed babies they are caring for, I was breastfed by an African nanny as a baby on occasion, pre mass HIV days. The HIV screenings are necessary if done for caring for children
Experts get together to decide what to do about Falling Effectiveness of Antibiotics... Top Officials Gather at UN to Address Falling Effectiveness of Antibiotics September 22, 2016 | WASHINGTON Dire warnings about the growing problem of antimicrobial resistance worldwide prompted an urgent high-level meeting at the United Nations in New York Wednesday. Thousands of attendees, including heads of state, representatives of the private and public sector, NGOs and the pharmaceutical industry came together to discuss the proper use and misuse of antibiotics and what to do about it.
It's because people from certain cultures see them as a cheap miracle cure, and quick fix. Every time they sneeze they pop ABs.
Children risk contracting drug-resistant infections after taking antibiotics... Infections in children linked to antibiotics Fri, Dec 02, 2016 - Children are at substantially increased risk of contracting drug-resistant infections in the months after taking a course of antibiotics, a British public health official said.
Doctors Concerned about Potential Post-antibiotic Era... Doctors Alarmed by Post-antibiotic Future March 04, 2017 | WASHINGTON — Unless new antibiotics are developed quickly, people will once again die from common infections. The World Health Organization has issued an urgent call for scientists to develop these new drugs, and for governments to fund the research.
WHO released $623,000 from its emergency fund to finance the action... WHO: Rapid Action Brings Quick End to Marburg Outbreak in Uganda December 08, 2017 — Rapid action prevented the spread of the deadly Marburg virus just weeks after it was first detected in Uganda, the World Health Organization reports.