‘Zoo poo’ could save NHS £1bn a year

The video discusses research at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, focusing on collecting environmental samples, particularly feces, to study bacteria and viruses that attack bacteria, not humans. The aim is to find viruses that can combat antibiotic-resistant infections, such as those causing diabetic foot ulcers. Collaboration with hospitals is crucial for this research. Conservation efforts may reveal unknown cures from wildlife. The video explains how viruses attack bacteria and explores potential medical applications, including using viruses in wound dressings. Ongoing research involves collecting samples from various animals, with hopes for future medical use.

Explain the significance of finding alternatives to antibiotics in the context of hospital infections.

What are the potential future applications of the research on viruses that attack bacteria?