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Rising Multi-Drug Resistant Salmonella Threatens Global Health

10/23/2025

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A study in Antibiotics shows rising prevalence of multi-drug resistant Salmonella enterica from cattle, posing risks.
Lead investigator Yosra A. Helmy notes that MDR (multi-drug resistant) Salmonella can transfer between animals and humans.
The World Health Organization reports a 40% global rise in antibiotic resistance from 2018 to 2023.
Resistant E. coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae are particularly concerning.
Effective antimicrobial stewardship and biosecurity measures are essential to combat the threat.

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Story summary

A study in Antibiotics shows rising prevalence of multi-drug resistant Salmonella enterica from cattle, posing risks.
Lead investigator Yosra A. Helmy notes that MDR (multi-drug resistant) Salmonella can transfer between animals and humans.
The World Health Organization reports a 40% global rise in antibiotic resistance from 2018 to 2023.
Resistant E. coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae are particularly concerning.
Effective antimicrobial stewardship and biosecurity measures are essential to combat the threat.