Antibiotic Resistance

Antibiotic resistance is a phenomenon in which bacteria become resistant to antibiotics used to treat infections. This is an increasingly concerning issue in the medical field as it leads to complications in treating illnesses and increases the risk of spread of infectious diseases. Antibiotic resistance is caused by incorrect and/or overuse of antibiotics, which can lead to a mutation in bacteria to become antibiotic resistant. In order to combat this problem, healthcare providers must be educated on the appropriate use of antibiotics as well as educating the public on the importance of completing courses of antibiotics that have been prescribed and not sharing them with others. Antibiotic resistance should be taken seriously as it can lead to deadly illnesses that are difficult to treat.