First Canadian trial successfully uses phage therapy to stop life-threatening UTI caused by superbug – CTV
July 5, 2023
The first Canadian study using phages to treat superbug infections is underway with scientists reporting a preliminary but encouraging early success case.
“You are considered clinically and biologically cured,” said Victoria Marshall as she read a text message from her doctor on the latest test results.
It brought her to tears.
“Well, I can have my life back. It’s been really hard.”
The 72-year-old retired librarian began suffering from urinary infections when she was 65. It’s one of the most common infections in the world affecting about one in four women over their lifetime. Marshall suffered from pain and with a nearly constant burning sensation that had her running to the nearest bathroom.
