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How Your Schnoz may be the Biggest Weapon against the “Post Antibiotic Age”

Recent research has uncovered a new tool for fighting infection...in the human nose!

In today’s digital age, it’s easy to see how too much of anything can be detrimental to our health. Too much television can strain the eyes; too many exposures to loud music can damage hearing; too much texting can lead … Continue reading

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Teixobactin: Giving “Superbugs” a Run for Their Money?

A new antibiotic shows promising results in the fight against drug-resistant bacteria

The term “superbug” refers to any form of drug-resistant bacteria, the presence of which has become increasingly worrisome in the United States. In a recent article, TIME reported that “at least 2 million infections and 23,000 deaths” occur in the … Continue reading

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