The spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria is leading some scientists to say that the “golden age of antibiotics” may be coming to an end. This could give common infections the power to kill. Also, if antibiotic resistance grows, other medical miracles could become inaccessible, such as elective surgeries, chemotherapy, and organ transplants, all of which require antibiotics to recover.
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