The spread of severe infectious diseases are increasing

The spread of severe infectious diseases was successfully reduced during the 20th century, but now the dark clouds are gathering. When it comes to bacterial infections, the main problem is the increasing resistance to antibiotics. As for viruses, the major issue consists of the mosquito-borne diseases which are rapidly spreading....

Penicillin – an abused miracle cure

Opinion by Inga Odenholt, Professor of Infectious Diseases with a deep committment to the issue of rational use of antibiotics and reduced antibiotic resistance. Today there are bacteria resistant to all known types of antibiotics, and it has become increasingly difficult for the pharmaceutical industry to develop new solutions. Almost...