Common weedkiller in Australian homes linked to ‘superbug’ threat, study warns of rising antimicrobial resistance beyond antibiotic misuse

A common weedkiller used widely in Australia may be contributing to the rise of superbugs. New research suggests this chemical can drive bacterial resistance. This process could also be increasing resistance in soil microbes. Hospital-derived bacteria show high resistance to the weedkiller. If released into the environment, these bacteria could thrive in areas where the weedkiller is used.