May 1, 2024
Updated May 9, 2025
19 minute read
Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria and other microorganisms evolve in ways that render the medications used to cure the infections they cause ineffective. Essentially, the germs develop the ability to defeat the drugs designed to kill them. This is a complex and growing global health threat, making previously treatable infections difficult, and sometimes impossible, to cure. Understanding this phenomenon is crucial for anyone involved in healthcare, biological sciences, or public health, as well as for the general public.
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Reading list
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deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Antibiotic Resistance.
Provides a comprehensive overview of antibacterial drug discovery, covering the history, mechanisms, and challenges of developing new antibiotics. It is written by a leading expert in the field and is an essential resource for anyone working in the field of drug discovery.
This report from the World Health Organization provides a global overview of antimicrobial resistance, covering the epidemiology, mechanisms, and consequences of antimicrobial resistance. It is an essential resource for anyone working in the field of public health.
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