How a scraped knee nearly killed a 3-year-old girl
Two weeks after 3-year-old Ashley scraped her knee, she was screaming in a hospital, fighting for her life as her family scoured Caracas for scarce antibiotics
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Drug-resistant gonorrhea a growing threat in the U.S.
Officials say the "last line of defense" against this sexually transmitted disease is weakening
Drug-resistant germs could lead to millions of deaths: UN
Rising concern over antibiotic-resistant "superbugs" prompts world leaders to push for an end to the drugs' overuse
Squirt of antibiotic gel holds promise for ear infections
Just one dose of an experimental antibiotic gel might one day do the trick when it comes to common ear infections
Antibiotics before age 2 linked to allergies later
New research looks at one of the factors that may affect whether a child develops hay fever or other allergic conditions
Scientists find a new antibiotic right under our noses
The key to fighting antibiotic-resistant bugs may lie in certain people's nasal passages
Side effects prompt stronger warnings on some antibiotics
The FDA announces tougher labeling and says the drugs shouldn't be used for a lot of common ailments
Cases of drug-resistant gonorrhea skyrocket
Health officials fear a "perfect storm" of problems could put patients at risk
CDC: Beware of plastic surgery in Dominican Republic
Health officials say at least 18 U.S. women became infected with a disfiguring bacteria after traveling to the Caribbean nation for surgery
Many use antibiotics without a doctor's prescription
Study finds patients use leftover medicines, get pills from family or friends, or even take drugs intended for their pets
Antibiotics, C-sections may mess with baby gut health
The first two to three years of life are a critical time for the developing microbiome of a child
Nightmare antibiotic-resistant superbug: What's the risk?
After a Pennsylvania woman was infected with bacteria resistant to "last resort" antibiotics, officials weigh in on how much people should worry
Superbugs threat grows more ominous in U.S.
"End of the road for antibiotics unless we act urgently," leading health official says after latest development
Superbugs could kill more people than cancer, report warns
A new report takes on the global challenge of combatting superbugs, and lays out a plan to turn the tide
Think you're allergic to penicillin? You may be wrong
A real allergic reaction to the antibiotic may include hives, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, and swelling
Millions of antibiotic prescriptions each year are unnecessary
Antibiotic resistance leads to thousands of deaths each year, and overuse is the main driver, researchers say
A doctor's unique perspective after cancer and a stroke
34-year-old Diana Cejas tells her story of learning how to walk and talk again, what it was like to be a patient, and how she's become a better doctor
Fast-food chains vow changes to meat amid "potential catastrophe"
Bowing to consumer pressure for greater transparency about the food they eat, fast-food chains move toward serving antibiotic-free meats
E. coli scare closes National Zoo Kids' Farm exhibit
Hazardous bacteria is found in animals at children's petting zoo
How to protect yourself from hospital-acquired infections
Tens of thousands of people die each year as a result of infections they caught in the hospital
Could common antibiotics be linked to delirium?
A new study examines possible connection between the commonly-prescribed drugs and temporary mental confusion
Do you need antibiotics? A new test may tell
Instead of looking for viruses and bacteria, a promising new blood test takes a different approach
Doctors urged to stop giving antibiotics for colds, flu
Antibiotics won't help a common cold or cough, but many patients ask for them
Doctors warn of drug resistant "super-gonorrhea"
British health officials issue warning about sexually transmitted disease; is there cause for alarm in the U.S., too?
Some kids with appendicitis may not need surgery
In certain circumstances, antibiotics may be enough to treat children's appendicitis, according to new research
Passenger says co-pilot "tried to murder the pilot" and crash FlyDubai jet
Hegseth to announce 20% cut to generals and admirals
Details emerge in case of former Cornell student alleging rape by frat members
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Iran says it's considering ceasefire counterproposal
Trump and major AI executives sign "morally binding" voluntary controls
U.S. military declares end of anti-ISIS Operation Inherent Resolve in Iraq
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