Description
"Antibiotic Resistance" delves into the escalating global crisis of bacteria developing resistance to antibiotics, primarily due to their overuse and misuse in both healthcare and agriculture. The documentary emphasizes the alarming rise in antibiotic prescriptions and their extensive application in farming, where they are often used to promote growth in livestock. This widespread misuse is leading to common bacterial infections, once easily treated with antibiotics, becoming harder to combat, signaling a potential public health emergency. Experts in the film warn that if this trend continues unchecked, the world could face a future where even minor infections or routine surgeries pose significant risks due to the lack of effective antibiotics. The documentary underscores the urgent need for global action, improved antibiotic stewardship, and alternative strategies to tackle this looming crisis, which threatens millions of lives worldwide.

Antibiotic Resistance
Duration
29 Minutes
Year
2016
Tags
Topic
Physical Health, Chronic Illnesses
About the Makers
ABC Science, created by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), is a platform dedicated to science-based content, including documentaries, news, and educational series. Its mission is to make complex scientific topics accessible to the public. Covering health, medicine, environmental issues, and technology, ABC Science is known for its flagship program Catalyst, which has aired since 2001. The channel promotes scientific literacy and awareness by delivering high-quality, informative content on critical global issues.