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Rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria the cause of U.N. meeting

Rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria the cause of U.N. meeting

In an unusual line of action, the United Nations General Assembly will gather later this month in New York to discuss the recent mass prevalence of drug-resistant bacteria.This phenomenon is also known as antibiotic resistance, or, in some cases, antimicrobial resistance (AMR).This is only the fourth time in history that the U.N. has congregated to discuss a health crisis, but according to experts, the meeting is long overdue.


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Increase in antibiotic-resistant bacteria hinders treatment of kidney infections -- ScienceDaily

Increase in antibiotic-resistant bacteria hinders treatment of kidney infections -- ScienceDaily

The increase in illnesses and deaths linked to medication-resistant bacteria has been well-documented by researchers and received extensive public attention in recent years.Now, UCLA-led research shows how these bacteria are making it more difficult to treat a common but severe kidney infection.Pyelonephritis -- infection of the kidney usually caused by E. coli bacteria and which can start as a urinary tract infection -- causes fever, back pain and vomiting.


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Study shows antibiotic-resistant bacteria hampers kidney disease treatment

Study shows antibiotic-resistant bacteria hampers kidney disease treatment

The emergence of infections caused by a specific strain of E. coli that is resistant to additional types of antibiotics, severely limiting treatment options has also been found.(Source: Thinkstock images / representational photo) The emergence of infections caused by a specific strain of E. coli that is resistant to additional types of antibiotics, severely limiting treatment options has also been found.(Source: Thinkstock images / representational photo)Medication-resistant bacteria are making it more difficult to treat a common but severe kidney infection, a study has found.