Pets Linked to Spread of Deadly Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria

New research highlights the transmission of dangerous bacteria from pets to humans, posing significant public health risks.

Recent studies in Portugal and the UK show pets like dogs and cats can transmit antibiotic-resistant bacteria to their owners.
Genetic analysis confirms identical strains of drug-resistant bacteria in pets and their owners, indicating direct transmission.
Health experts stress the importance of good hygiene and isolation of sick pets to prevent bacterial spread.
Antibiotic-resistant infections, a global threat, kill over 1.2 million people annually, with projections rising to 10 million by 2050.
Findings to be presented at the European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases Global Congress.