The Truth About Deadly 'Superbugs'

After decades of irresponsible use of antibiotics, we're paying the price.

"It sounds more like a sci-fi movie plot than reality, but "superbugs"—deadly microbes that can resist drugs designed to wipe them out—are far from imaginary. Schoolchildren in several states recently have died from infections caused by MRSA bacteria, otherwise known as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, and medical recordkeeping shows such cases are increasing annually...where do the harmful, drug-resistant nemeses come from? Experts think the answer lies in how we combat diseases with antibiotics."


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