CDC's New Superbug: CRE
CRE, which stands for Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae, are a part of Enterobacteriaceae that are difficult to treat because they are resistant to commonly used antibiotics. Occasionally CRE are completely resistant to all available antibiotics. CRE have become a nightmare to infection control in health care facilities.
Respond to the following questions in your discussion forum post:
- Describe one of the new superbugs such as CRE, MRSA, Clostridium difficile, etc. that are causing havoc in our health care facilities.
- What strategies are being employed to combat these new threats to our public health?
Note: Initial answers to the discussion question have to be substantive and in the range of 250 to 400 words. At least 2 references used should be listed.
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