Disinfectants are used to reduce the concentration of pathogenic microorganisms to a safe
level and help to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases. However, bacteria have a …

The discovery of penicillin nearly 90 years ago revolutionized the treatment of bacterial
disease. Since that time, numerous other antibiotics have been discovered from bacteria …

While the misuse of antibiotics has clearly contributed to the emergence and proliferation of
resistant bacterial pathogens, with major health consequences, it remains less clear if the …

The Florence Statement on Triclosan and Triclocarban documents a consensus of more
than 200 scientists and medical professionals on the hazards of and lack of demonstrated …

Abstract Triclosan (TCS), a bactericide, has recently been identified as a pollutant that
exhibits endocrine-disrupting chemical effects. Today, the investigation of TCS in biological …

Antibiotic resistance poses a major threat to public health. Overuse and misuse of antibiotics
are generally recognized as the key factors contributing to antibiotic resistance. However …

The most critical challenge of the twenty-first century is to provide sufficient clean, cheap
water for all. This is made worse by population increase, climate change, and declining …

Colonization with health care-associated pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus,
enterococci, Gram-negative organisms, and Clostridium difficile is associated with increased …

Triclosan (TCS) is an antibacterial agent that has been used in many products since 1960s.
Given its broad usage as an antiseptic TCS is present ubiquitously in the environment. Trace …

The human gut is inhabited by a multitude of bacteria, yeasts, and viruses. A dynamic
balance among these microorganisms is associated with the well-being of the human being …