When Antibiotics Don't Work (full documentary) | FRONTLINE
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Global emergence of untreatable bacteria due to antibiotic resistance is causing millions of infections and thousands of deaths annually. The lack of new antibiotic development, coupled with challenges in treatment and investment priorities of pharmaceutical companies, poses a significant threat to public health worldwide.
Insights
- Antibiotic-resistant bacteria are a global threat, causing millions of infections and thousands of deaths yearly, with overuse contributing to the emergence of untreatable strains.
- Pharmaceutical companies, like Pfizer, face economic challenges in developing new antibiotics due to high costs and prioritize other medications for profitability, leading to limited investment in combating antibiotic resistance despite its growing threat.
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Recent questions
What is the impact of antibiotic resistance?
Antibiotic resistance leads to untreatable infections, causing millions of deaths.
How do pharmaceutical companies prioritize drug development?
Pharmaceutical companies prioritize profitable drugs over antibiotics due to economic concerns.
What challenges do hospitals face with superbugs?
Hospitals struggle with containing superbugs like KPC, leading to outbreaks.
How does antibiotic resistance affect medical treatment?
Antibiotic resistance limits treatment options, posing a significant challenge.
What initiatives are in place to combat antibiotic resistance?
The U.S. government has a national plan emphasizing surveillance and collaboration.
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