New Sensor Could Help Fight Bacterial Infections
September 6th 2016Scientists have built a new sensor that can detect the potentially deadly E. coli bacteria in 15 to 20 minutes, much faster than traditional lab tests. E. coli can be transmitted in contaminated food and water, posing particular risks to children and the elderly. In the late spring of 2011 a serious outbreak of E. coli bacteria sickened thousands of people in Germany and killed more than 50.
Evidence of Zika Virus Found in Tears
September 6th 2016Researchers have found that Zika virus can live in eyes and have identified genetic material from the virus in tears, according to a study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. The study, in mice, helps explain why some Zika patients develop eye disease including a condition known as uveitis which can lead to permanent vision loss
Encouraging Decrease in Certain Antibiotic Resistance Levels of Gonococci Across Europe
September 2nd 2016In 2014, the susceptibility of gonococci to two of the recommended antibiotics for gonorrhea treatment has shown signs of improvement, according to results from the European Gonococcal Antimicrobial Surveillance Program (Euro-GASP). At the same time, a significant increase in resistance to another antibiotic agent that is part of the suggested dual therapy of gonorrhea was observed.