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07/11/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

A common soap and toothpaste ingredient can cause antibiotic resistance, warn researchers

Is a common antimicrobial ingredient contributing to antibiotic resistance in superbugs? According to a study conducted by researchers from the University of Birmingham and Norwich Research Park, that may very well be the case. Through their collaborative efforts, the scientists discovered that triclosan, a chemical used in antibacterial soap, toothpaste, and other personal care products, […]

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