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The Future of Infection Control

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This deep dive covers The Future of Infection Control within Antibiotics and Drug Resistance for GCSE Biology. Antibiotic function, bacterial resistance evolution, responsible use, global health impact It is section 11 of 18 in this topic. Use this deep dive to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.

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Section 11 of 18

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The Future of Infection Control

As we face the growing threat of antibiotic resistance, scientists and healthcare professionals are working on multiple fronts. From developing rapid diagnostic tests that can distinguish bacterial from viral infections in minutes, to research into bacteriophages (viruses that infect and destroy specific bacteria), the future of medicine is being reimagined. However, the success of these innovations will also depend on global cooperation, responsible prescribing practices, and public education about the appropriate use of antibiotics. The race between human innovation and bacterial evolution continues — and the stakes could not be higher.

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Practice Questions for Antibiotics and Drug Resistance

What do antibiotics kill or stop growing?

  • A. Viruses
  • B. Bacteria
  • C. Fungi
  • D. All pathogens
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Explain how antibiotic resistance develops in bacteria through natural selection. (3 marks)

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Why do antibiotics NOT work against viruses?
Antibiotics target bacterial cell walls and bacterial processes. Viruses do not have cell walls and use the host cell's own machinery to reproduce. There is nothing for the antibiotic to target in a virus.
What are antibiotics and what do they target?
Antibiotics are chemicals that kill bacteria or stop them from growing. They target structures that bacteria have but human cells do not, such as cell walls. Examples: penicillin, amoxicillin, streptomycin.

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