Health officials in the US are sounding the alarm over drug-resistant bacteria

Health officials in the US are concerned about drug-resistant bacteria, warning that these infections are becoming more common and harder to treat. The rise of these superbugs is attributed to overuse of antibiotics in both humans and animals. The CDC reports that at least 2.8 million people are infected with antibiotic-resistant bacteria each year, resulting in over 35,000 deaths. Efforts are being made to combat this growing threat through improved surveillance, infection control, and antibiotic stewardship programs.