GCSE Biology - What is Antibiotic Resistance? Why Antibiotic Resistance is a HUGE issue #81

The video explains how antibiotic resistance develops and spreads. It starts with an overview of antibiotics, focusing on penicillin and its initial effectiveness. The video then describes how bacteria can mutate and become resistant, leading to the spread of resistant strains. It highlights the misuse of antibiotics in humans and animals, contributing to resistance. The video concludes with efforts to develop new antibiotics to combat resistant strains.

Discuss the role of farming in the development of antibiotic resistance.

What measures are being taken to address the problem of antibiotic resistance?