"What's happening in Tuscany should make us reflect on the use, and especially the abuse, of antibiotics.
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carriers". Maria Triassi, Department of Public Health at the Federico II University of Naples, comments on the epidemic of the antibiotic-resistant superbug that is spreading in the north-western area of Tuscany. "New Delhi", a new strain of the Klebsiella bacterium. In addition to warning about the excessive and irrational use of
Antibiotics, which is leading to the emergence of these resistant strains, Triassi also emphasizes the need to strengthen research into new antibiotics and the national and regional prevention system by strengthening the role of the Prevention Departments. "Let's not forget that Tuscany has suffered a meningitis epidemic for years, which was contained with great difficulty." Triassi therefore recommends maximum attention to monitoring the situation. "In less than a year, the superbug has already caused 32 deaths and affected at least 75 patients. We cannot afford to be careless. NDM, New Delhi Metallo beta-lactamase, is an enzyme produced by bacteria normally present in the intestine, capable of destroying many types of antibiotics, including carbapenems, used for serious infections. There's no need to be alarmist, but it's crucial to proceed with great caution."
Article published on September 18, 2019 - 08:30 - Editorial Staff
