‘Nightmare Bacteria’ Infections Spiking, Leaving Key Carbapenem Antibiotics Useless, CDC Warns
NegativeScience
The CDC has issued a warning about a dramatic increase in infections caused by carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales, which have surged by over 460% in recent years. This alarming trend poses a significant threat to patients in hospitals, where the risk of infection is highest. The ineffectiveness of key carbapenem antibiotics against these bacteria highlights a growing public health crisis, emphasizing the urgent need for new treatment strategies and better infection control measures.
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