Analysis of Viromes and Microbiomes from Pig Fecal Samples Reveals that Phages and Prophages Rarely Carry Antibiotic Resistance Genes
This photo taken on August 10, 2018 shows a pig standing in a pen at a pig farm in Yiyang county, in China's central Henan province. - The powdery yellow mixture of soybean-based feed for pigs -- one-fifth soy -- has become pricier as the trade spat between China and the US escalates, with Beijing slamming US soybean imports with tariffs of 25 percent last month. (Photo by GREG BAKER / AFP) / TO GO WITH China-US-trade-pork, FOCUS by Becky DAVIS (Photo credit should read GREG BAKER/AFP/Getty Images)
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Analysis of Viromes and Microbiomes from Pig Fecal Samples Reveals that Phages and Prophages Rarely Carry Antibiotic Resistance Genes

The transfer of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) has become a crucial health concern and understanding the process of transmission is important for human health. With the help of sequencing techniques, it is now possible to examine the contribution of mobile genetic elements towards the spread of ARGs. The spread of…

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October 27, 2021
A Survey of Prevalence and Phenotypic and Genotypic Assessment of Antibiotic Resistance in Staphylococcus Aureus Bacteria Isolated from Ready-To-Eat Food Samples Collected from Tehran Province, Iran
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A Survey of Prevalence and Phenotypic and Genotypic Assessment of Antibiotic Resistance in Staphylococcus Aureus Bacteria Isolated from Ready-To-Eat Food Samples Collected from Tehran Province, Iran

Ready to eat food products like burgers, salami, grilled mushroom, falafel, chicken nuggets and Mexican corn are a popular choice of food among the Iranian population. However, the quality of raw materials and hygiene conditions are poor, leading to bacterial contamination. One of the major food borne disease causing bacterium…

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October 19, 2021
Awareness Event for Children- “Man vs Microbes: Who will win? “
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Awareness Event for Children- “Man vs Microbes: Who will win? “

The medical discovery of antibiotics is most significant, as it saved many lives from untreated infections. But the scientists involved in the discovery, also warned about the possibility of bacteria becoming resistant to these drugs – a situation named as Antibiotic resistance (ABR). It is a condition where the bacteria…

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October 11, 2021
Understanding Antibiotic Usage on Small-Scale Dairy Farms in the Indian States of Assam and Haryana Using a Mixed-Methods Approach—Outcomes and Challenges
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Understanding Antibiotic Usage on Small-Scale Dairy Farms in the Indian States of Assam and Haryana Using a Mixed-Methods Approach—Outcomes and Challenges

The unnecessary use and misuse of of antibiotics in humans and animals contributes to the emergence of antibiotic resistance. Though India is world’s  leading producer of milk, it also ranks fourth in the usage of antibiotics in the livestock. However little data exists highlighting how antibiotics are used in dairy…

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October 11, 2021
Antimicrobial Resistance: A Challenge Awaiting the Post COVID-19 Era
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Antimicrobial Resistance: A Challenge Awaiting the Post COVID-19 Era

Antimicrobial resistance and Covid-19 are dual threat to humans. Social distancing, using masks and frequent hand hygiene is the key to prevent covid-19 infection. A sudden increase in usage of hand sanitiser and other non-pharmaceutical approaches is observed during the current pandemic situation. Do these practices have any role in…

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September 21, 2021
Use of e-Newsletter in creating awareness on Antimicrobial resistance
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Use of e-Newsletter in creating awareness on Antimicrobial resistance

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a big threat worldwide. The key solution is to follow the strategic guidelines proposed in National Action plan. The first strategic objective is to ‘Improve awareness and understanding of antimicrobial resistance’ through communication, IEC resources and education & training. Here, the target audience corresponds to all the…

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September 8, 2021