Inflammation gives C. diff 2 survival benefits

The inflammation caused by Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) infection gives the pathogen a two-fold advantage that helps it thrive, a new study shows.

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Tool reveals best antibiotic combos for tough bacteria

"...doctors can get an indication as to which combinations of antibiotics can help the individual patient within a relatively short time—hours."

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Pandemic loneliness hits people under 30 harder

The loneliness that comes with the COVID-19 pandemic is particularly hard on people under 30 and those with previous mental health issues, research finds.

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Pandemic loneliness hits people under 30 harder

The loneliness that comes the COVID-19 pandemic is particularly hard on people under 30 and those with previous mental health issues, research finds.

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Special interests can ease anxiety for kids with autism

Activities and topics that really excite kids with autism may help them in social interactions, future employment, and educational opportunities.

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COVID-19 spit tests work just as well as nose swabs

Saliva tests for COVID-19 are just as effective as nasal swabs and cost less, a pair of studies shows.

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Why antihistamines don’t always ease chronic eczema itch

Many people with eczema also experience chronic itching that antihistamines don't help. A discovery of why may lead to new more effective treatments.

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Wildfire smoke’s effects are getting worse

The far-reaching effects of wildfires and wildfire smoke are a growing problem, researchers say. Climate change is the "straw that broke the camel's back."

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Remediation gets the lead out of soil, but not kids

A relatively affordable remediation process can remove lead from unregulated battery recycling, but isn't as good at getting it out of children's bodies.

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Can stinky ‘rotten egg’ gas protect against Alzheimer’s?

Hydrogen sulfide, typically characterized as poisonous, corrosive, and smelling of rotten eggs, may protect aging brain cells against Alzheimer's disease.

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