04 – 10 March 2019
Sewage reveals levels of antimicrobial resistance worldwide
Sewage can reveal the occurrence of antimicrobial-resistant bacteria among healthy populations, an international study shows. Find source
Gene identified that increases risk of antibiotic reaction
Researchers have identified a gene that increases the risk for a severe and potentially life-threatening reaction to vancomycin. Find source
A nap a day keeps high blood pressure at bay
New research has found that people who took a midday snooze were more likely to have a noticeable drop in blood pressure compared with those who didn't nap. Find source
New gene hunt reveals potential breast cancer treatment target
Researchers have developed a way to discover elusive cancer-promoting genes, already identifying one that appears to promote aggressive breast cancers. Find source