Infection Archives - Page 10 of 305

Genome mapped in battle to beat superbugs

A Queensland scientist has completed the world’s first gene decoding of a superbug bacteria resistant to all commercially-available antibiotics. University […]

Travelling overseas? Get immunised so you don’t bring home measles

Unimmunised travellers visiting family and friends overseas remain the biggest source of measles outbreaks in Australia, according to new research by […]

Big step towards cure for lifelong viral infections

New research has taken us a step closer to finding a cure for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), as well as […]

Sore throat, sinusitis, and the few benefits of antibiotics

An analysis of the evidence in the latest issue of Australian Prescriber suggests antibiotics have very few benefits for treating sore throat […]

Pneumococcal vaccine’s impact on heart health

We are seeking those who are at risk of, but have not had, a heart attack or stroke. Canberrans are […]

New recommendations to stop antibiotics sooner

Experts have recommended that doctors can stop antibiotics sooner in children, helping them to leave hospital earlier and fighting antibiotic […]

On track to eliminate HIV transmission by 2020

NSW is on track to virtually eliminate HIV transmission by 2020 as an expanded PrEP trial, led by the Kirby […]

Shedding light on chronic liver disease

Cirrhosis related ascites is a common and complex medical condition associated with increased morbidity, mortality, healthcare utilisation, and reduced quality […]

New drug approved for HIV prevention

The Kirby Institute at UNSW has welcomed the Therapeutic Goods Administration’s approval of antiretroviral drug Truvada as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) in Australia. The Kirby Institute […]

Australia on track to eliminate blinding trachoma

Overall prevalence of trachoma in Australia is declining as a result of strengthened control programs, according to a surveillance report released […]