VOICED: Indian doctors, foreign patients play down 'superbug' fears

The video discusses the rise of medical tourism in India, highlighting the experiences of patients like Carla who travel for affordable cosmetic surgeries. Despite concerns about antibiotic-resistant superbugs, the demand for medical services in India continues to grow. The video emphasizes the importance of improved medical practices and infection control to address these challenges, while noting the appeal of India's cost-effective, high-quality healthcare.

Why did Carla travel to India?

• To visit family

• For a full facelift surgery

• To attend a conference

• For a vacation

What is a major concern associated with medical tourism in India?

• Spread of a superbug resistant to antibiotics

• High costs of treatment

• Language barriers

• Lack of qualified medical staff

What has the World Health Organization urged health authorities to do?

• Reduce the cost of surgeries

• Ban cosmetic surgeries

• Monitor the NDM-1 bacteria

• Increase medical tourism

How has the superbug scare affected medical practices in India?

• It has led to better infection control practices

• It has decreased the number of patients

• It has caused hospitals to close

• It has increased the cost of surgeries

What factors continue to attract patients to India for medical procedures?

• High costs and language barriers

• Limited medical facilities

• Lack of regulations

• Low costs, high quality care, and skilled staff