Giuseppe
Emeritus
Superbug gene in Delhi water supply
[Source: Guardian, View Original Article. April 7 2011.]
Global implications as NDM-1 gene is found to be widespread in water used for cooking, washing and drinking
A gene that causes a wide range of bacteria to become resistant to antibiotics has been found in the water supply in Delhi, with worrying implications for the rest of the globe.
A paper by Timothy Walsh from Cardiff University and colleagues, published in the Lancet Infectious Diseases journal, reveals that the gene, known as NDM-1, is widespread in the water used for cooking, washing and drinking in Delhi. It will inevitably be brought into hospitals in the gut flora of patients. The potential for movement around the world is high.
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Sarah Boseley
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[Source: Guardian, View Original Article. April 7 2011.]
Global implications as NDM-1 gene is found to be widespread in water used for cooking, washing and drinking
A gene that causes a wide range of bacteria to become resistant to antibiotics has been found in the water supply in Delhi, with worrying implications for the rest of the globe.
A paper by Timothy Walsh from Cardiff University and colleagues, published in the Lancet Infectious Diseases journal, reveals that the gene, known as NDM-1, is widespread in the water used for cooking, washing and drinking in Delhi. It will inevitably be brought into hospitals in the gut flora of patients. The potential for movement around the world is high.
(...)
Sarah Boseley
guardian.co.uk ? Guardian News & Media Limited 2011 | Use of this content is subject to our Terms & Conditions | More Feeds
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