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'Dangerously high levels of antibiotics found in world's major rivers'

Overexposure to antibiotics through river pollution can lead to antibiotic resistance in humans - a potentially deadly outcome.

30/05/2019

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Antibiotic resistant superbugs on the rise

The antibiotic apocalypse- That's the name for a world in which antibiotics can no longer defeat common infections, according to medical experts. A world where a minor illness like strep throat could again be fatal. Antibiotic resistant infections are becoming more common thanks to overuse. And

09/11/2018

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Tens of millions of lives at risk from superbugs

A new report claims that spending a little now could save money in the future as well as millions of lives around the world at risk of superbugs

07/11/2018

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Euroviews. Farmers outside EU forced to choose between treatment or trade | View

The European Parliament has voted in favour of a bill that could create unnecessary pressure for farmers and veterinarians the world over, holding them to EU standards if they want to trade with Europe, writes the Australian Veterinary Association's president.

29/10/2018