Antimicrobial resistance is a mounting global health threat, and dentistry accounts for a notable share of antibiotic use. In conflict-affected settings like the Palestinian territories,
To help reduce the spread of antimicrobial resistance, the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) and the British Endodontic Society (BES) have produced a video to
Germ warfare typically refers to using germs to kill an adversary. But the Centers for Disease Control and prevention (CDC) warn of a bigger threat—antibiotic
Oral infections seem to have no association with the risk of stem cell transplantation patients dying or getting a serious infection within six months of
Taking place between 18 to 24 November, World Antibiotic Awareness Week is set to highlight the issue of antibiotic resistance. Are you ready to join
Hundreds of different bacterial species live inside the mouth, and scientists know the genetic makeup of about 70% of them. But a multi-institute team of
As the number of people who die from antibiotic-resistant germs continues to increase around the world, stable microbial diversity in clinical areas can counteract the
Antibiotic prescribing has reduced by 24.8% from 2013 to 2017, the latest Public Health England (PHE) report shows. Overall across primary care settings, antibiotic prescriptions
The FGDP(UK) has endorsed new advice for dentists on the use of antibiotics against infective endocarditis (IE). New advice from the Scottish Dental Clinical Effectiveness Programme
A ban on triclosan in over-the-counter antiseptic soaps, gels, and wipes went into effect in the United States in September. However, the antibacterial agent still
The world is facing a ‘post-antibiotic apocalypse’, Dame Sally Davies, chief medical officer (CMO) for England, has warned. That’s unless the growing threat of antibiotic-resistant
Oral health professionals are being asked to support World Antibiotic Awareness Week Organisations from across dentistry and other health sectors have come together to ask
