Our Healthy Microbes Could Help Us Overcome Antibiotic Resistance

Scientists identify 18 bacterial strains as part of an innovative treatment.
Our Healthy Microbes Could Help Us Overcome Antibiotic Resistance
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In the fight against antibiotic-resistant bacteria, some scientists are thinking in terms of addition rather than subtraction.

They believe recolonizing the gut with healthy microorganisms may help reduce drug-resistant pathogen infections. However, identifying which bacteria or combinations of bacteria can effectively combat invaders is a complex mystery—there are potentially millions of types of bacteria.

Amy Denney
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Amy Denney is a health reporter for The Epoch Times. Amy has a master’s degree in public affairs reporting from the University of Illinois Springfield and has won several awards for investigative and health reporting. She covers the microbiome, new treatments, and integrative wellness.
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