A new gene, called mcr-1 makes bacteria resistant antibiotic apocalypse A paper was issued for detailing of how antibiotics are used in animal husbandry. How this contributes to the development of drug-resistant bacteria, and how national and global initiatives to curb the use of antibiotics in agriculture are needed to protect children's health? "Infants and children are affected by antibiotic-resistant bacteria in the food supply, direct contact with animals, and exposure in the environment. For most infections, incidence was highest among children under age five.
Pediatricians and parents can help combat antibiotic resistance by avoiding use of antibiotics to treat colds or other viral illnesses. Parents and other consumers may also help discourage the use of antibiotics in livestock feed by choosing to buy only organic products or foods labeled as 'raised without antibiotics. A…
