Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria is a Growing Threat, 2023

Where superbugs come from and what can be done to combat them

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Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria is a Growing Threat, 2023

This infographic was updated in December 2023 to reflect the most current information on the antibiotics pipeline.

Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria Is a Growing Threat, 2023: Where superbugs come from and what can be done to combat them. Antibiotic-resistant bacteria pose an urgent and growing public health threat. Common bacteria, such as those that cause urinary tract infections and sexually transmitted infections, are becoming increasingly difficult to treat. Without effective antibiotics, even simple infections could become deadly, making medical procedures like surgery, chemotherapy, and dialysis too dangerous.
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