antimicrobial resistance

New Study Finds Antimicrobial Resistance Makes Infections 10 Times More Deadly

Our Blog | June 14, 2025

A recent study found a shocking statistic about antimicrobial resistance and mortality rate. Based on accumulated data, scientists find that those suffering from resistant bacteremia have a 10% increased likelihood of death when compared to patients without antimicrobial resistant strains…. read more

There is a New E. coli Toxin in Town, and It Could Be Worse than STEC!

E. coli,Our Blog | May 18, 2025

Shiga is the infamous E. coli toxin produced by certain E. coli strains. But it seems that it isn’t the only E. coli toxin we should be worried about. I’m talking about EspC. While EspC doesn’t have the same ring… read more

Recent Study Explores Antimicrobial Resistance and Estimates Superbug Death Toll Will Hit Nearly 40 Million by 2050

Our Blog,Science | September 24, 2024

A recent study on antimicrobial resistance published in the journal, The Lancet, estimates the death toll associated with super bugs could rise to more than 39 million between 2025 and 2050. By 2050, the number of deaths from infections that… read more

New Data Suggests that Pets Can Carry Superbugs and Can Transfer Them to Their Human Owners

Food Safety | May 9, 2024

Shocking new data suggests that pets can carry superbugs and may transmit them to their human owners. Research presented at the European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infections conference suggests that owners should isolate their sick pets to avoid catching… read more