New way to attack pathogens: RNA recycling system gone awry brings MRSA to a halt

New way to attack pathogens: RNA recycling system gone awry brings MRSA to a halt: "Scientists have discovered a new way to attack dangerous pathogens, marking a hopeful next step in the ever-escalating battle between man and microbe. By stopping bacteria's ability to degrade RNA -- a 'housekeeping' process crucial to their ability to thrive -- scientists were able to stop methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus or MRSA both in the laboratory and in infected mice. The approach shows promise against the most severe strains of the bacteria as well as MRSA biofilms."