infections

Gut bacteria linked to worsening infections in lung disease

Targeting E. lenta or boosting neutrophil function may lead to new treatment strategies for bronchiectasis and related lung diseases.

Synthetic microbial communities may help to fight C. difficile infection

Nutrient competition is the main mechanism of C. difficile inhibition, hinting at the potential for targeted therapies with probiotics instead of traditional FMT.

The need for diversity in vaginal microbiota research

By addressing biases and increasing diversity in microbiota studies, researchers can develop more accurate and inclusive health strategies for women of different backgrounds.

Ferring receives health Canada approval for REBYOTA

The approval is major step forward in the fight against recurrent C. diff infection.

Vaginal microbiota may be linked to increased Chlamydia infection risk

Certain features of the vaginal microbiota, including specific bacterial communities, could indicate an increased Chlamydia infection risk.

The vaginal microbiome

Understanding the vaginal microbiome is essential not only for treating gynecological conditions but also for preventing them and promoting overall well-being.

SER-155’s early success in stem cell transplants: reducing infections and improving outcomes

Chris Ford, Senior Vice President, Translational Biology at Seres Therapeutics, discusses the development of SER-155, a cultivated bacterial consortium designed to address the unmet medical need of preventing bloodstream infections…

The evolution of REBYOTA: milestones in microbiome-based therapeutics

On the second anniversary of its launch, Ferring Pharmaceuticals’ REBYOTA remains a landmark innovation in the prevention of recurrent Clostridioides difficile.

Gut protozoan worsens asthma while boosting defense against infection

The findings of a recent study suggest that while T. musculis can worsen asthma, it might also help the body fight off infections, offering potential for new treatments targeting the…

The skin can produce its own immune response to control the microbiota

The skin can independently generate immune responses to control the microbiota and prevent infections, without relying on other immune centers.

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