WHO reports a rise in antibacterial agents from 80 in 2021 to 97 in 2023, emphasizing the need for new ones due to ineffectiveness from widespread use.

The World Health Organization (WHO) reports an increase in antibacterial agents from 80 in 2021 to 97 in 2023, yet highlights a pressing need for new, innovative agents to replace those becoming ineffective due to widespread use. Professor of Microbiology James P. O'Gara addresses the concern about future mortality from minor scratches, explaining that most cuts and scratches do not cause life-threatening infections and many people with infections can recover on their own. However, for some, such as those with weakened immune systems, antibiotic treatment is essential for serious infections.

June 14, 2024
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