PM2.5 Linked to Antibiotic Resistance
A recently published study has established a connection between fine particulate matter (PM2.5) air pollution and antibiotic resistance, with potential significant impact on regions like Africa and Asia.
- Africa and Asia are projected to face the most significant increase in antibiotic resistance due to PM2.5 pollution.
- Air pollution causes approximately 7 million global deaths annually.
- A 10% PM2.5 increase could result in 1.1% aggregate antibiotic resistance and 43,654 premature deaths worldwide.
- Countries like Saudi Arabia, Niger, UAE, Pakistan, Nigeria, India, Cameroon, Bahrain, and China could see antibiotic resistance rise.
- China and India's large populations make them particularly vulnerable to ....
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