Infection Control Today - Antibacterials

American Society for Microbiology Hosts Antibacterial Product Testing Workshop

Experts on the topic of antibacterials and manufacturers of antibacterial soaps are showcasing the latest methods for demonstrating the effectiveness of antibacterial hand soaps and sanitizers in killing disease-causing germs. During the 2013 meeting of the American Society ...More

20 hours ago

Posted in News, Hand Hygiene

Antibacterial Protein's Molecular Workings Revealed

On the front lines of our defenses against bacteria is the protein calprotectin, which “starves” invading pathogens of metal nutrients. Vanderbilt investigators now report new insights to the workings of calprotectin — including a detailed structural view of how it binds ...More

February 21, 2013

Posted in News

Study Quantifies the Size of Holes Antibacterials Create in Cell Walls to Kill Bacteria

The rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria has initiated a quest for alternatives to conventional antibiotics. One potential alternative is PlyC, a potent enzyme that kills the bacteria that causes strep throat and streptococcal toxic shock syndrome. PlyC operates by locking ...More

January 10, 2013

Posted in News, Hand Hygiene

Triclosan in Cosmetics and Personal Care Products Can Increase Allergy Risk

Triclosan, an antibacterial chemical found in toothpaste and other products, can contribute to an increased risk of allergy development in children according to the Norwegian Environment and Childhood Asthma Study. Similar results are reported in the U.S. Triclosan has been ...More

November 14, 2012

Posted in News

MRSA Research Shows How Superbug DNA Helps Predict Transmission Routes

Researchers at Ohio State University have discovered a new class of treatment against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) as well as evidence of a growing need to quickly genotype individual strains of the organism most commonly referred to as a “superbug.” ...More

October 1, 2012

Posted in News

New FDA Task Force Will Support Innovation in Antibacterial Drug Development

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced the formation of an internal task force that will support the development of new antibacterial drugs, a critical public health goal and a priority for the agency. As part of its work, the Antibacterial Drug Development ...More

September 24, 2012

Posted in News

New Antibacterial Coating for Sutures Could Reduce Infections After Surgery

Responding to an urgent need for better antibacterial coatings on surgical sutures, scientists are reporting the discovery of a new coating that is almost 1,000 times more effective than the most widely used commercial coating. Their report appears in the American Chemical ...More

August 29, 2012

Posted in News

Targeted Antibacterial Proteins May Offer Antibiotic Alternative

A novel antibacterial protein targeted against E. coli O157:H7 may offer a way to prevent or treat serious foodborne bacterial infections, as demonstrated in a study published in the December issue of Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy. Results in an animal model of E. ...More

November 21, 2011

Posted in News, Infections & Pathogens

Study Finds Significant Reduction in Bacteria When Using Antibacterial Soap

Handwashing with antibacterial soap produces statistically greater reductions in bacteria on the skin when compared to using non-antibacterial soap. Those are the findings of a review of two dozen relevant published studies analyzing the effectiveness of antibacterial soaps ...More

November 17, 2011

Posted in News, Hand Hygiene

Study Confirms No Link Between Real-World Use of Antibacterial Soaps and Antibiotic Resistance

Newly published research reaffirms that the use of antibacterial wash products in the home environment does not contribute to antibiotic or antibacterial resistance, confirming previous research that showcased similar findings. The study, published in the peer-reviewed ...More

October 4, 2011

Posted in News, Hand Hygiene

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