Superbugs Flashcards
1
Q
What are superbugs ?
A
It is a strain of bacteria that becomes resistant to antibiotic drugs
2
Q
What is the recent development ?
A
Scientists have found that superbugs can be transmitted to humans through plants also
3
Q
Causes of antibiotic resistance ?
A
1) Overusage of Antibiotics
2) Not finishing course of treatment
3) Over use of antibiotics in live stock and fish farming
4) Poor infection control in hospitals
5) lack of hygeine and poor sanitation
6) Dearth of new antibiotics
