Super infections resistant to antibiotics becoming a serious threat

Super infections resistant to antibiotics becoming a serious threat

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The video discusses the discovery of a new class of antibiotics that can effectively kill bacteria by scrambling their DNA. Despite the success, pharmaceutical companies are hesitant to invest in antibiotic research due to low returns. The video highlights a case where antibiotic resistance led to a patient's death, emphasizing the urgent need for new treatments. Antibiotic resistance is compared to threats like terrorism and climate change, with rising infection rates and deaths. Proper use of antibiotics is crucial to prevent resistance, and careful prescribing is necessary to maintain their effectiveness.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What are the consequences of not completing antibiotic courses as prescribed?

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How can careful prescribing of antibiotics help in the fight against antibiotic resistance?

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