Question

Which factors contribute to antibiotic resistance?

Answer 1

Over-prescription of antibiotics.

Patients not finishing the entire antibiotic course.

Overuse of antibiotics in livestock and fish farming.

Poor infection control in health care settings.

Poor hygiene and sanitation.

Answer 2

In summary, the 6 main causes of antibiotic resistance have been linked to:
Over-prescription of antibiotics.
Patients not finishing the entire antibiotic course.
Overuse of antibiotics in livestock and fish farming.
Poor infection control in health care settings.
Poor hygiene and sanitation.