What is antibiotic resistance and why should we be concerned about it?

The term antibiotic resistance might sound a bit futuristic - but it's something that's very much an issue in the here and now.It refers to certain bacteria becoming immune to the antibiotics that are usually used to treat them. This can result in health issues for patients, and dangerous superbugs.In this episode, Maria Delaney, investigative reporter with Noteworthy, is joined by Professor of biology Fiona Walsh from Maynooth University to talk us through the topic.

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