Antibiotics are no longer prescribed for sore throats, chest infections, or ear infections in children. Dr Shireen, an NHS GP ...

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Dr Shireen, who works as an NHS GP, has shared the question she is most commonly asked when it comes to antibiotics - and her ...

Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have developed an innovative approach to fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria by creating a "tagging" technique that helps the immune system ...

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Given the similarity symptoms have with the common cold and other illnesses, diagnosing can be a bit tricky and therefore, ...

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But if severe, they can prescribe a five day course of the common antibiotic, penicillin — providing the patient is not allergic. The guidance also states that, before even considering ...