Drug Resistance
A new oral antibiotic called zoliflodacin has shown effectiveness in treating gonorrhoea, clearing 91 percent of infections in a clinical trial. The drug offers a potential alternative to the increasingly resistant standard treatment of ceftriaxone. With resistance to existing antibiotics rising globally, this development could help delay the emergence of untreatable strains.
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India reports 25.5 million TB cases in 2025, with experts warning that irregular treatment fosters drug-resistant strains. Skipping doses allows bacteria to survive, leading to longer, harsher therapies and heightened contagion risks. Proper adherence is crucial for full recovery and public health.