The Latest Breaking News from Antibiotics

There have been dozens of deaths across the UK, including at least 16 children

You can get tested for a bacterial infection in your throat and get the antibiotics you need without going to the doctor.

UK outbreak has already led to the deaths of several children but health secretary insists no shortage of antibiotics available

A national shortage of drugs has forced a change in how antibiotics are given out

With time running out in the 2022 congressional session, a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers and infectious disease specialists is scrambling to pass a bill aimed at spurring the development of antibiotics to combat the deadly spread of drug-resistant pathogens.

A variety of antibiotics are currently in short supply across Europe. In the UK, for example, the availability of amoxicillin and penicillin, which are used to treat infections such as strep A, is low.

Luke developed tics and hallucinations. He was on antibiotics for five years after catching the bug

Kaydee has also explained the symptoms that saw her son diagnosed with the infection

Taking action to be evaluated for a penicillin allergy can impact your health, safety and wallet. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 10% of the U.S. population reports a penicillin allergy, but less than 1% is allergic after testing. Common penicillins include ampicillin, amoxicillin and Augmentin.