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These studies suggest that antibiotic use in agriculture contributes to antibiotic resistance, posing a public health threat through various pathways including environmental contamination, gene transfer, and direct infection.
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The use of antibiotics in agriculture, particularly in livestock and crop production, has raised significant concerns about its implications for human health. This practice is linked to the development and spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, which can pose serious public health risks. This synthesis aims to present the key insights from multiple research papers on the implications of antibiotic use in agriculture on human health.
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The use of antibiotics in agriculture significantly contributes to the development and spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, posing serious public health risks. The transmission of resistant bacteria through food chains, direct contact, and environmental reservoirs can lead to severe, untreatable infections in humans. Effective regulation, improved surveillance, and international cooperation are crucial to address this global health threat.
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