Flesh-eating bacteria that can kill in two days spreads faster than ever in JapanFlesh-eating bacteria in Japan: A deadly outbreak of Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS), caused by a "flesh-eating" bacteria, is rap...
17 Jun, 2024, 12.30 AM IST
Japan warns on surge in potentially deadly strep throat casesHealth authorities in Japan have issued warnings regarding a significant increase in potentially fatal strep throat infections, with cases ...
26 Mar, 2024, 04.41 PM IST
Strep A deaths: Fatal disease kills 15 children in UKAccording to the UK Health Security Agency, there is currently no proof which says a new strain of Strep A has started circulating. The hik...
09 Dec, 2022, 02.47 AM IST
Strep A infections: UK health officials advise parents to exercise caution following 6 infant fatalitiesHealth officials in the United Kingdom encourage parents to be cautious after a recent outbreak of severe Strep A infections killed at leas...
06 Dec, 2022, 12.49 AM IST
Strep-A death toll mounts to six, parents asked to look out for symptomsGiven the possibility of developing a severe form of invasive Group-A-Strep infection, parents have been advised to monitor their children ...
03 Dec, 2022, 08.14 PM IST
Strep A: What are symptoms of contagious bacterial infection spreading in UK?With the rise of Strep A infections, health authorities have swung in action and have been providing schools with guidance on how to effect...
02 Dec, 2022, 11.02 PM IST
Scarlet fever clusters reported at schools, nurseries across Northern Ireland; Symptoms warning issuedThe PHA has issued a list of signs and symptoms following an increase in scarlet fever above normal levels for this time of year.
02 Dec, 2022, 10.58 PM IST
Six-year-old dead in Strep A outbreak at Surrey school, read details insideThe school tells parents that the “same illness” has developed in another child who is showing signs of recovery.
25 Nov, 2022, 07.07 PM IST
Biological E's Pneumonia jab for kids gets nodStreptococcus pneumoniae infection is a leading cause of child mortality under 5 years of age in India and other developing countries.
02 Sep, 2022, 12.14 AM IST
BE's pediatric pneumonia jab gets CDSCO expert panel approvalThe BE's pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV) can be administered to infants at 6, 10 and 14 weeks of age. Streptococcus pneumoniae infecti...
01 Sep, 2022, 05.46 PM IST
It’s your gut! Do you still have long Covid symptoms? Blame it on microbesGut bacteria play a crucial role in your Long Covid suffering.
27 Jan, 2022, 07.21 PM IST
How harmful bacteria stick to human cellsAll bacteria have a standard secretion system that allows them to export different types of proteins outside of their cells.
09 Apr, 2018, 01.33 PM IST
Another reason to say cheers! Wine may be good for oral healthPolyphenols in wine help prevent gum disease and cavities.
24 Feb, 2018, 11.59 AM IST
- Sipping red wine may ward off your gum disease
London, Feb 23 (IANS) Suffering from gum disease? Sipping a glass of red wine may help combat the harmful bacteria and other pathogens that...
23 Feb, 2018, 07.27 PM IST
Breastfeeding can protect your child against deadly infectionThe bacteria, called Group B streptococcus, are a common cause of meningitis in newborns and the leading cause of infection in the first th...
27 Aug, 2016, 05.19 PM IST
Brush your teeth to keep stroke risk at bayThe presence of a certain bacteria in the mouth can increase the risk of developing hemorrhagic stroke.
17 Feb, 2016, 04.35 PM IST
Re-engineered antibiotic could help fight superbugsThe bacterium cause pneumococcal infections, including pneumonia, meningitis, the ear infection otitis media and sepsis in humans.
21 May, 2015, 06.49 PM IST