antibiotic
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There is an antibiotic available that is known to curb symptoms, which Clare heard has helped a friend.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
For Moses, one of the most notable parts of the finding is that the research did not begin as a direct search for a new antibiotic.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 22, 2026
Poop jokes and memes aside, cyclosporiasis is a serious parasitic foodborne intestinal illness whose symptoms include nausea, fatigue, and explosive diarrhea that can last weeks or even months without antibiotic treatment.
From Slate ● Jul. 22, 2026
The recommended treatment is a prescription antibiotic, sold under brand names including Bactrim or Septra, taken for seven to 10 days.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
Infections by "staph" and "strep" were a leading cause of death before the discovery of antibiotic medicines.
From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman
The doctor diagnosed her with laryngitis, external and prescribed antibiotics.
From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026
Despite the promising results, the researchers stress that omega-3 and aspirin should not yet be viewed as a routine replacement for antibiotics in severe periodontitis.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 30, 2026
Surprisingly, using antibiotics together with omega-3 and ASA did not produce any additional benefit over either strategy alone.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 30, 2026
King Harald V of Norway's health has worsened, the palace has said, as he remains in hospital receiving antibiotics for a bacterial infection in his bloodstream.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
I locked the door and washed Helena’s face and hands, gave her one of the antibiotics and an aspirin, and tucked her into my bed.
From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron
Vocabulary lists containing antibiotic
Power Prefix: Anti
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Words to Live By: Bio
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Four Power Prefixes: anti-, con-, inter-, and uni-.
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