Deadly superbug warning: WHO urges action
Urgent action is needed after a dangerous superbug has been found in healthy people in six countries
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued an urgent warning after a new superbug has been found in healthy people across six continents.
The superbug, known as NDM-1, is a type of bacteria that is resistant to almost all antibiotics. It can cause a range of infections, including pneumonia, bloodstream infections, and meningitis.
The WHO says that NDM-1 is a "serious threat to public health" and that it could become a major global problem if it is not controlled.
The WHO is urging countries to take action to prevent the spread of NDM-1. This includes measures such as improving infection control in hospitals, promoting the responsible use of antibiotics, and developing new antibiotics.
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