US Faces Rising Threat from Drug-Resistant 'Nightmare' Bacteria
TL;DR
Infection rates from drug-resistant 'nightmare bacteria' with the NDM gene have increased nearly 70% in the US from 2019 to 2023, driven by limited treatment options and increased antibiotic use during the COVID-19 pandemic, posing a significant public health threat.
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- Health warning issued as drug-resistant ‘nightmare bacteria’ infections continue to rise The Independent
- CDC warns of surge in dangerous, highly antibiotic-resistant bacteria The Washington Post
- US lab data show sharp increase in superbug incidence CIDRAP
- ‘Nightmare’ drug-resistant bacteria cases are rising in US: ‘Grave danger’ New York Post
- ‘Nightmare bacteria’ cases are on the rise in US; What is it and how to stay safe (early signs of infecti Times of India
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