NDM-1 Prevention
How to Prevent NDM-1 – NDM-1 Prevention
A new superbug has emerged. The newly discovered NDM-1 The Indian Supergene is spreading around the world. The antibiotic-resistant NDM-1 can turn almost any bacteria to a superbacteria. Currently, there is no way to treat this antibotic-resistant superbug.
NDM-1 bacteria has been found in patients who have undergone cosmetic surgeries in other countries such as India, and Pakistan. Medical Tourism is a popular way of obtaining affordable health care. Health tourists have contracted the NDM-1 bacteria and brought home the superbug to the UK, Canada, Taiwan and the United States.
Pharmaceutical companies are searching for antibiotics to fight the the new superbug. In the meantime, we can take steps to prevent the transmission of NDM-1.
How is NDM-1 Spread
Currently, the transmission of NDM-1 bacteria requires skin-on-skin contact. This makes NDM-1 much less dangerous than infections like H1N1 that spread through the air. So far, transmission has only been recorded through hand-to-hand contact in hospitals, but scientists says that could change.
NDM-1 Prevention – How can we prevent the Transmission of NDM-1?
There are several ways to minimize your chances of contracting the new NDM-1 Superbug:
- For the time being, do not travel to Pakistan or India until the spread of the NDM-1 gene is under control. Most NDM-1 cases have stemmed from medical tourism in these countries.
- Avoid close contact with those who have recently traveled to Asia for medical or cosmetic surgery.
- Strengthen Your Immune System with daily exercise, healthy food, and drink plenty of water.
- Practice good hygiene. Wash hands frequently and use alcohol hand sanitizer often.
- Use antibacterial soap, antibacterial wipes, and antibacterial gel as a safeguard against NDM-1.
- Stay at home if you are sick.
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