Antiobitics before infections save lives: study December 31, 2008ScienceExpert LONDON (Reuters) – Giving antibiotics to patients in intensive care units as a precaution saves lives, according to a major Dutch study published Wednesday. Related PostsDeadly new bird flu vindicates controversial researchScientists develop spray-on batteryTransplant drug helps mice live longerVaccines could halve sickle-cell deaths in AfricaScientists find first superbug strain of gonorrhea Share this:Like this:Like Loading...