Drought and antibiotic resistance are linked in new study
Droughts may be creating the perfect conditions for antibiotic-resistant bacteria to thrive. As the frequency and severity of droughts intensify in regions like California, scientists worry about the potential impact on human health.
Throughout the world, the overuse and misuse of antibiotics have led to the emergence of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a growing global health threat that contributes to millions of deaths every year. Environmental factors like drought may worsen this …
Drought and antibiotic resistance are linked in new study
