Intersections of Science and Faith
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2024
Abstract
Increasing antimicrobial resistance—that is the ability of bacteria to avoid the killing action of antibiotics—has become a global crisis, making some infections untreatable. Antibiotics, which are a natural resource, are frequently used indiscriminately, which increases the likelihood of resistance. Pope Francis’s encyclical Laudato Si’ calls to use resources wisely and justly; this should include prudent use of antibiotics.
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Tenover, Fred C., "Penicillin and the Pope: Antimicrobial resistance in light of Laudato Si’" (2024). Intersections of Science and Faith. 3.
https://ecommons.udayton.edu/science_faith/3
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