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Squashing The Superbugs: A Proposed Multifaceted Approach To Combatting Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria , Lauren Orrico
Squashing The Superbugs: A Proposed Multifaceted Approach To Combatting Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria , Lauren Orrico
Journal of Law and Health
Section II of this Note will provide background on the practices of the United States farming system, which fosters the creation of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. This section will also provide background on the detrimental effects that antibiotic resistance has on human health and will briefly describe the legal history of food and drug regulations. After establishing an informational foundation, Part III will elaborate on current laws and describe the legal authority of key players, before pointing out the shortcomings in current animal feed policy and recommending the development of further regulation in this area. Additionally, Part III will propose new legislation …