Have a cold? Fever? Sinus infection? Your primary-care provider might not give you a prescription for an antibiotic. Here's ...

A Vox reader asks: Why is some soap labeled antibiotic? Is there a soap that is friendly to germs, viruses, etc.? I thought the whole idea was to get rid of germs and viruses. You may be surprised ...

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a critical public health threat, with gendered implications that are often overlooked.

It is only when antibiotics are used that drug-resistant ... or in a public bathroom, imploring you to wash your hands with soap and water to help prevent disease. To make MRSA matters even ...

While the fight against AMR might seem like a battle best left to scientists and policymakers, our everyday choices can have ...

Only take when necessary. Treat specific bacteria with specific antibiotics. High hospital hygiene levels, including regular hand washing by staff and visitors. Patients, who are infected with ...

Vaccinations are one of the most effective ways to prevent the need for antibiotics. Make sure to wash your hands with soap and minimise the spread of infection. Also, safe food handling practices ...

says practices like regular towel washing can help to reduce bacterial infections and in turn reduce the use of antibiotics. "Home hygiene is all to do with prevention, and prevention is better ...

Treat specific bacteria with specific antibiotics. High hospital hygiene levels, including regular hand washing by staff and visitors. Patients who are infected with antibiotic resistant strains ...