Antibiotic resistance is the ability of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites to resist the effects of antibiotics. This occurs when these microorganisms change in a way that reduces or eliminates the effectiveness of drugs, chemicals, or other agents designed to cure or prevent infections.
Antibiotic resistance is a growing public health concern as it can lead to longer hospital stays, higher healthcare costs, and increased mortality rates.
The overuse and misuse of antibiotics are the main causes of antibiotic resistance. When antibiotics are prescribed unnecessarily or taken incorrectly, the bacteria they target can become resistant to their effects. These resistant bacteria can then spread to others and infect them with harder-to-treat infections.
Source: https://www.cdc.gov/
Embed This Image On Your Site (copy code below):
