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Bacteria Present in House Dust Can Spread Antibiotic Resistance

Household dust spreads antibiotic-resistance genes. Bacteria in household dust capable of spreading antibiotic resistance genes. Could lead to difficult-to-treat antibiotic-resistant infections.

Bacteria Present in House Dust Can Spread Antibiotic Resistance

Bacteria Present in House Dust Can Spread Antibiotic Resistance

Bacteria living in household dust particles have been detected. These are capable of transmitting antibiotic resistance genes to other pathogens. This could lead to stubborn antibiotic-resistant infections that are difficult to treat.

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