They barely survived infections with antimicrobial-resistant superbugs

A simple infection could prove life-threatening and disabling if the bacteria turns out to be resistant to our commonly-used antibiotics. — AFP

It can start during the most commonplace of incidents, such as slipping in the bathroom or injuring a shoulder playing baseball.

But once an infection with bacteria that has become resistant to common antibiotics sets in, it can be extremely difficult to diagnose – and even harder to treat.