Abstract
Hard-to-kill bacteria or “superbugs” have become a major problem for hospitals. Between 5% and 12% of hospital patients in the EU are thought to acquire an infection during their stay, with many caused by bacteria such as Clostridium difficile (C. diff) that are resistant to antibiotics.
| Original language | English |
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| Specialist publication | The Conversation |
| Publication status | Published - 7 May 2015 |