Read this and you may never eat chicken again
Read this and you may never eat chicken again
11/11/2017
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This article discusses the issue of antibiotic resistance in relation to the use of antibiotics in chicken farming. It highlights the widespread use of antibiotics in poultry production, which has led to the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The article emphasizes the risks associated with antibiotic resistance for human health, as these resistant bacteria can be transmitted to humans through the consumption of contaminated meat. It also explores the personal challenges faced by individuals who have made the decision to stop eating chicken due to concerns about antibiotic resistance. The article calls for stricter regulations and more sustainable practices in poultry farming to combat the threat of antibiotic resistance.
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antibiotic-resistant genes ꞏ health risks ꞏ food industry ꞏ food production ꞏ antibiotic overuse ꞏ antibiotic crisis ꞏ superbugs ꞏ bacterial infections ꞏ chicken consumption ꞏ antibiotic stewardship ꞏ bacterial spread ꞏ antibiotic alternatives ꞏ antibiotics in agriculture ꞏ antibiotic effectiveness ꞏ food safety ꞏ antibiotic misuse ꞏ zoonotic diseases ꞏ antibiotic use in animals ꞏ animal agriculture ꞏ bacterial resistance ꞏ livestock antibiotics ꞏ drug-resistant bacteria ꞏ infectious diseases ꞏ antibiotic resistance ꞏ livestock farming ꞏ public health ꞏ foodborne illnesses ꞏ food contamination ꞏ poultry industry ꞏ foodborne pathogens ꞏ global health