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Air Pollution May Be Increasing Superbugs

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Floating Islands of Resistance: The Connection Between Air Pollution and Superbugs

This chapter investigates the connection between air pollution and the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, visualizing bacteria traveling on pollution particles. It underscores the urgent need for research to grasp the public health implications and the potential impetus for cleaner air initiatives.

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