Believe it or not, we share our body with billions of itty-bitty bacteria. In fact, these microscopic bacteria make up 1–3% of our total body mass! Bacteria inhabit all areas of our body, including our mouth, skin, organs, and vagina. Each area of the body has its own unique inhabitants,…
Category: Antibiotics
Creation of the Superbug- How Bacteria are Outsmarting Antibiotics and the Long Term Repercussions
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Creation of the Superbug- How Bacteria are Outsmarting Antibiotics and the Long Term Repercussions
In 1900, the three leading causes of death were: pneumonia (viral or bacterial), tuberculosis (bacterial), and diarrhea and enteritis (bacteria or viral). Children under 5 years of age accounted for 40% of the total deaths caused by the aforementioned illnesses. By this time, bacterial infections had already wiped out millions…
