HSE warns of growing threat of antibiotic resistance amid increased misuse

The health impact of infections that are resistant to antibiotics can be compared to that of influenza, tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS combined. 

Overuse and misuse of antibiotics can lead to these drugs losing their effectiveness at an "unforeseen pace," the HSE has warned.

The health impact of infections that are resistant to antibiotics can be compared to that of influenza, tuberculosis, and HIV/AIDS combined.