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New research reveals that hospital-treated infections like urinary tract infections may increase dementia risk by 19%, offering hope that prevention could delay cognitive decline. The good news? Simple steps like staying current on vaccinations might help protect brain health.
Millions of Americans with tough-to-treat urinary tract infections can now skip the IV and take medicine at home. The FDA just approved the first oral antibiotic powerful enough to fight resistant infections that used to require hospitalization.
Scientists at the University of Georgia have proven their groundbreaking vaccine can protect against a deadly drug-resistant fungus that kills millions worldwide. The breakthrough brings hope for the world's first effective vaccine against fatal fungal infections.
Scientists created jellylike capsules packed with engineered bacteria that fight infections from inside the body. The breakthrough could eliminate the need for pills and shots when treating certain infections.
Scientists discovered how herpes viruses actively soften cell nuclei during infection, revealing a new target for fighting viral diseases. This breakthrough could lead to earlier diagnosis and more effective treatments for millions affected by viral infections.
A groundbreaking research project in Ghana's Volta Region aims to save newborn lives by tackling drug-resistant infections that are overwhelming hospital neonatal units. The three-year initiative will strengthen infection control and antibiotic practices across four hospitals.
A nonprofit serving America's rural heartland slashed urinary tract infections nearly in half while expanding care access to 27 new locations. Good Samaritan Society's 2025 Quality Report reveals major wins for seniors who need care close to home.
Scientists discovered that far-red light prevents a deadly antibiotic-resistant bacteria from forming biofilms and causing infections. This breakthrough could lead to new ways to protect vulnerable hospital patients without antibiotics.
Chinese scientists have created the world's first copper-titanium medical implant that fights infections while maintaining the strength surgeons need. After more than a decade of research, the breakthrough bone pin just received approval for use in patients.
Scientists sent bacteria and viruses to the International Space Station, and their mutations in space revealed new ways to combat drug-resistant infections back on Earth. The discovery could help millions suffering from infections that no longer respond to antibiotics.
Tanzania is rolling out a monitoring system across four regions to identify and prevent infections patients catch while receiving hospital care. The initiative aims to make healthcare safer for everyone who walks through clinic doors.
A Colorado children's hospital slashed preventable infections and injuries in its ICU by almost 50% using a simple new approach. The two-year program likely prevented 50 children from experiencing harmful complications during their hospital stays.
Scientists discovered why diabetic foot infections are so hard to treat, and the answer could help doctors save limbs. A global DNA study found multiple strains of bacteria causing these infections, paving the way for better, more targeted treatments.
A 31-year-old man in India went to the doctor with a urinary tract infection and left with an astonishing discovery: he'd been living his entire life with an extra kidney. Modern medical imaging revealed what his body had been hiding in plain sight for three decades.
The World Health Organization just released three new blueprints to help scientists develop lifesaving antibiotics for infections that no longer respond to existing drugs. These guidelines could spark the next generation of treatments for some of the world's most dangerous superbugs.
Scientists placed flu patients and healthy people together indoors for two weeks, expecting infections. Zero people got sick, revealing that ventilation and fewer coughs may matter more than close contact.
Researchers created antibodies that stopped Epstein-Barr virus from infecting mice with human immune systems. This breakthrough could protect transplant patients from life-threatening complications.
A hospital in Tiruchi, India just made diagnosing a common stomach infection as simple as breathing into a device. The new test detects H. pylori bacteria without invasive procedures.
A twice-yearly injection prevented every single HIV infection in a major clinical trial, offering new hope for Nigeria's 1.9 million people living with HIV. The challenge now is making this breakthrough affordable and accessible to those who need it most.
A groundbreaking UK study has finally answered a question that's puzzled doctors for decades: whether steroids can safely help patients with severe brain infections. The answer brings hope for faster, more confident treatment when every minute counts.
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